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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Folkestone Central is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Folkestone Central. 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 13m.

How far is it from Southampton to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Southampton and Folkestone Central is 152 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Folkestone Central without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 13m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Southampton to Folkestone Central, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Southampton to Folkestone Central is to train via London which takes 3h 13m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Southampton to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Folkestone Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Folkestone Central?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

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Southampton to Folkestone Central - 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 London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 13m
£70–156
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 55m
£32–77
Drive 136.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Folkestone Centralcar 136.8 mi
2h 26m
£34–48
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 38m
£68–143
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 Kingsnorth Gardensbus 10
7h 10m
£62–115

Southampton to Folkestone Central by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 151.1 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Folkestone Central via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bouverie Road West in around 6h 55m.

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