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 £35 - £65 and takes 8h 27m.

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 Huntworth Lane M5 and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

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 Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Somerset to Folkestone?

The distance between Somerset and Folkestone is 223 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 43m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m 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 Stagecoach South West, depart from Huntworth Lane M5 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 43m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Somerset to Folkestone bus arrive?

Somerset to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

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.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1225+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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There are 5 ways to get from Somerset to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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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 London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 43m
£100–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 040
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 27m
£36–61
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 4m
£52–89
Drive 207.3 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Folkestonecar 207.3 mi
3h 44m
£52–75
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

Somerset to Folkestone by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 221.9 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Folkestone Central via Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Bouverie Road West via Cabot Circus, Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 27m.

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