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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Folkestone is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Folkestone?

The distance between Plymouth and Folkestone is 298 miles. The road distance is 279.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 1m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Plymouth to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Folkestone bus from?

Plymouth to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 5h 1m and costs £130 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Plymouth to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Plymouth to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Folkestone is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Plymouth to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Plymouth to Folkestone - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 1m
£139–274
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoriabus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
10h 16m
£45–87
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 50m
£58–138
Drive 278.2 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Folkestonecar 278.2 mi
4h 44m
£68–98
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 52m
£277–565
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 48m
£140–275
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 17m
£155–332

Plymouth to Folkestone by train and subway

122Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296.4 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 50m.

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