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

The cheapest way to get from Southsea to Folkestone is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southsea to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Southsea and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Southsea to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Fratton and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Southsea to Folkestone?

The distance between Southsea and Folkestone is 146 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southsea to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 25m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Southsea to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southsea to Folkestone train from?

Southsea to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Fratton station.

Where does the Southsea to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southsea to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Southsea to Folkestone is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Southsea to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Southsea to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 23 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southsea to Folkestone by train, car, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Fratton to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 25m
£66–149
Drive 118.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southsea to Folkestonecar 118.7 mi
2h 35m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 25m
£67–148
Line 23 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Southsea Shops to Bus Stationbus 23
2. Take the train from Havant to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
4. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 23m
£56–109

Southsea to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Fratton to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 25m.

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