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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Folkestone West Station is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Folkestone West Station is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Folkestone West Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Folkestone West Station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Harvey Grammar School via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Folkestone West Station?

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

How far is it from Southampton to Folkestone West Station?

The distance between Southampton and Folkestone West Station is 151 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Folkestone West Station without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Folkestone West Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Folkestone West Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Folkestone West Station?

The best way to get from Southampton to Folkestone West Station is to train via London which takes 3h 14m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Southampton to Folkestone West Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Folkestone West Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Folkestone West Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Folkestone West Station is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Southampton to Folkestone West Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone West Station?

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Southampton to Folkestone West Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Folkestone West Station 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 Westtrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 14m
£69–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
7h 29m
£32–75
Drive 136.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Folkestone West Stationcar 136.2 mi
2h 25m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Westtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 43m
£68–143
Train, bus, line 10 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 The Nailboxbus 10
7h 3m
£62–116

Southampton to Folkestone West Station by train and foot

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Distance: 150.5 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Folkestone West via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Folkestone West Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and Harvey Grammar School in around 7h 29m.

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