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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Folkestone is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Verriers and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Somerset to Folkestone?

The distance between Somerset and Folkestone is 224 miles. The road distance is 208.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Somerset to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Folkestone bus from?

Somerset to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Somerset to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Somerset to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 51m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Somerset to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Somerset to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Somerset to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Folkestone is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Somerset to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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There are 7 ways to get from Somerset to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 51m
£100–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Verriers to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 55m
£34–58
Drive 207.3 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Folkestonecar 207.3 mi
3h 44m
£52–75
Bus, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 57m
£275–397
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 31m
£100–183
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 28m
£51–89
Bus, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - 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
7h 18m
£115–246

Somerset to Folkestone by bus

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Distance: 222.3 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Folkestone Central via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, Stratford, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Verriers to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 55m.

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