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

The cheapest way to get from Southwold to Folkestone is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southwold to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Bus Station, Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Southwold and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Southwold to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Halesworth and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Southwold to Folkestone?

The distance between Southwold and Folkestone is 173 miles. The road distance is 155.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwold to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Southwold to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Folkestone bus from?

Southwold to Folkestone bus services, operated by Borderbus, depart from Kings Head station.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Folkestone train from?

Southwold to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Halesworth station.

Train or bus from Southwold to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Southwold to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Southwold to Folkestone bus arrive?

Southwold to Folkestone bus services, operated by Borderbus, arrive at St Stephens Street station.

Where does the Southwold to Folkestone train arrive?

Southwold to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Southwold to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Folkestone is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Southwold to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Southwold to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halesworth to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 55m
£78–164
Drive 154.4 mi
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1. Drive from Southwold to Folkestonecar 154.4 mi
2h 49m
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Norwich to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop Ubus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kings Head to St Stephens Streetbus 146
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus A8 / ...
4. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
11h 27m

Southwold to Folkestone by bus and train

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4h 55mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Folkestone Central via Police Station, Halesworth, Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Head to Bouverie Road West via St Stephens Street, Bus Station, Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 11h 27m.

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