What is the cheapest way to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

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

Is there a direct bus between Southwold and Folkstone Eurotunnel?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel. However, there are services departing from Kings Head and arriving at Hawkins Road via Bus Station, Coach Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Southwold and Folkstone Eurotunnel?

No, there is no direct train from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel. However, there are services departing from Halesworth and arriving at Folkestone West via Ipswich, Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

The distance between Southwold and Folkstone Eurotunnel is 175 miles. The road distance is 153.9 miles.

How do I travel from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel without a car?

The best way to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel train from?

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

Train or bus from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

The best way to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 42m.

Where does the Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel.

Where can I stay near Folkstone Eurotunnel?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Folkstone Eurotunnel.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel 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 Westtrain
5h 41m
£78–159
Drive 153 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnelcar 153 mi
2h 49m
£37–54
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 Westtrain
7h 34m
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 Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
12h 42m

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Map of how to get from Southwold to Folkstone Eurotunnel.

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Southwold, England and Folkstone Eurotunnel, England?

You can take a bus from Kings Head to Folkstone Eurotunnel via Police Station, Halesworth, Ipswich, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Folkestone West in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kings Head to Folkstone Eurotunnel via St Stephens Street, Bus Station, Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, and Hawkins Road in around 12h 42m.

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