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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Folkestone is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £95 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Taunton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Taunton to Folkestone?

The distance between Taunton and Folkestone is 215 miles. The road distance is 211 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Taunton to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Folkestone bus from?

Taunton to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Taunton to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Taunton to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 27m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Taunton to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taunton to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taunton to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Folkestone is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Taunton to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Taunton to Folkestone - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Taunton to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 27m
£98–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 5m
£48–118
Drive 209.8 mi
1. Drive from Taunton to Folkestonecar 209.8 mi
3h 43m
£52–75
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 59m
£286–489
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 13m
£98–185
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 14m
£93–199

Taunton to Folkestone by train and subway

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 214.2 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from County Hall to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 5m.

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