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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Folkestone is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Folkestone?

The distance between Portsmouth and Folkestone is 146 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Portsmouth to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Folkestone bus from?

Portsmouth to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Folkestone train from?

Portsmouth to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h.

Where does the Portsmouth to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Folkestone train arrive?

Portsmouth to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Folkestone is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Portsmouth to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 29m
£66–150
Drive 117.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Folkestonecar 117.4 mi
2h 32m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h
£32–77
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 55m
£65–143
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 14m
£57–111

Portsmouth to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h.

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