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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Folkestone is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Blue Boar Row, Meeting House Lane and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Folkestone?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Folkestone is 183 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 47m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Shaftesbury to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Folkestone bus from?

Shaftesbury to Folkestone bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Folkestone train from?

Shaftesbury to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 47m and costs £75 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Folkestone bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Folkestone bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at New Canal station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Folkestone is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Shaftesbury to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 47m
£79–186
Drive 171.2 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Folkestonecar 171.2 mi
2h 53m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 12m
£78–179

Shaftesbury to Folkestone by bus, train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Folkestone Central via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Town Hall to Bouverie Road West via New Canal, Blue Boar Row, Meeting House Lane, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 35m.

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