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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Folkestone is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Folkestone?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Folkestone is 226 miles. The road distance is 235.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 18m and costs £80 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Shrewsbury to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Folkestone bus from?

Shrewsbury to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Folkestone train from?

Shrewsbury to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 18m and costs £80 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Folkestone bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Folkestone train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Folkestone is 235 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Shrewsbury to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 18m
£84–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 400 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 55m
£47–117
Drive 234.1 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Folkestonecar 234.1 mi
3h 54m
£57–83
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BHX - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 33m
£222–542
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebonetrain
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 8m
£95–190

Shrewsbury to Folkestone by train and foot

122Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 224.9 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 55m.

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