What is the cheapest way to get from New Forest to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from New Forest to Folkestone is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from New Forest to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from New Forest to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between New Forest and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from New Forest to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from St Thomas Mores Church and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Fleming Way and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between New Forest and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from New Forest to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from New Forest to Folkestone?

The distance between New Forest and Folkestone is 163 miles. The road distance is 145.7 miles.

How do I travel from New Forest to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from New Forest to Folkestone without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from New Forest to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from New Forest to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Forest to Folkestone bus from?

New Forest to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the New Forest to Folkestone train from?

New Forest to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from New Forest to Folkestone?

The best way to get from New Forest to Folkestone is to bus which takes 8h and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £160 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the New Forest to Folkestone bus arrive?

New Forest to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the New Forest to Folkestone train arrive?

New Forest to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from New Forest to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between New Forest to Folkestone is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from New Forest to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Folkestone.

New Forest to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from New Forest to Folkestone by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Fleming Waybus X5
2. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
3h 26m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h
£30–76
Drive 144.8 mi
1. Drive from New Forest to Folkestonecar 144.8 mi
2h 28m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 20m
£72–151
Train via Andover Station
1. Take the train from Andover to London Waterlootrain Salisbury - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 48m
£66–147

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Distance: 161.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between New Forest, Wiltshire, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a bus from St Thomas Mores Church to Bouverie Road West via Fleming Way, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Thomas Mores Church to Folkestone Central via Fleming Way, Swindon, London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 4h 20m.

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