What is the cheapest way to get from Oxford to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Folkestone is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxford to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Queens Lane and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Oxford to Folkestone?

The distance between Oxford and Folkestone is 136 miles. The road distance is 125.3 miles.

How do I travel from Oxford to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Oxford to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Oxford to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Oxford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Folkestone bus from?

Oxford to Folkestone bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Queens Lane station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Oxford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Oxford to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Oxford to Folkestone bus arrive?

Oxford to Folkestone bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Oxford to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oxford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Folkestone is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Oxford to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Oxford to Folkestone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Oxford to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Oxford to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Oxford to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddingtontrain Oxford - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 42m
£64–114
Drive 124.6 mi
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1. Drive from Oxford to Folkestonecar 124.6 mi
2h 42m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Lhr / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
6h 37m
£39–60
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Marylebonetrain Oxford - London Marylebone
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 56m
£66–114
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Lhr / ...
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 5m
£70–109

Oxford to Folkestone by train and subway

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Distance: 135.3 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Oxford to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queens Lane to Bouverie Road West via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 6h 37m.

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