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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Folkestone is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Southampton to Folkestone?

The distance between Southampton and Folkestone is 152 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Southampton to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Folkestone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Southampton to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Southampton to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Folkestone is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Southampton to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Folkestone?

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Southampton to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and 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 Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 14m
£69–171
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
6h 50m
£30–77
Drive 136.9 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Folkestonecar 136.9 mi
2h 26m
£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 / ...
3h 40m
£67–148
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 6m
£62–119

Southampton to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford International in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 50m.

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