What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton Port and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton Port to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Regents Park Road and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Port and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton Port to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Southampton Port to Folkestone?

The distance between Southampton Port and Folkestone is 154 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Port to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton Port to Folkestone bus from?

Southampton Port to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton Port to Folkestone train from?

Southampton Port to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton Port to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Southampton Port to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Southampton Port to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton Port to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton Port to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Port to Folkestone is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Southampton Port to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 40m
£68–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 28m
£33–83
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Southampton Port to Folkestonecar 137 mi
2h 28m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 5m
£67–153
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
4. Take the bus from Ashford International station to East Kent Collegebus 10
7h 36m
£62–122

Southampton Port to Folkestone by bus, train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Southampton Port, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a bus from Regents Park Road to Folkestone Central via Central Station, Southampton Central, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regents Park Road to Bouverie Road West via Marlands, Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 28m.

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