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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Folkestone is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Swansea to Folkestone?

The distance between Swansea and Folkestone is 264 miles. The road distance is 256.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 39m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Swansea to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Folkestone bus from?

Swansea to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Folkestone train from?

Swansea to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Swansea to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 39m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Swansea to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Folkestone train arrive?

Swansea to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Folkestone is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Swansea to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Swansea to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 39m
£123–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 45m
£53–126
Drive 254.7 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Folkestonecar 254.7 mi
4h 21m
£62–90
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 28m
£123–247
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
8h 55m
£59–113

Swansea to Folkestone by train and subway

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.1 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 45m.

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