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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Folkestone is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 2h 22m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Folkestone?

The distance between Peterborough and Folkestone is 147 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 22m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Peterborough to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Folkestone train from?

Peterborough to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Folkestone train arrive?

Peterborough to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Folkestone is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Peterborough to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1232+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Peterborough to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Peterborough to Folkestone by train, car, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 22m
£56–147
Drive 146.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Folkestonecar 146.5 mi
2h 32m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to London Bridgetrain Peterborough - Horsham
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 47m
£76–146
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
3h 53m
£73–133

Peterborough to Folkestone by train

122Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 22m.

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