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

The cheapest way to get from Telford to Folkestone is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Telford to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Telford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Telford station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Telford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Telford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Telford Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Telford to Folkestone?

The distance between Telford and Folkestone is 212 miles. The road distance is 221.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Telford to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Telford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Telford to Folkestone bus from?

Telford to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Telford to Folkestone train from?

Telford to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Telford Central station.

Train or bus from Telford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Telford to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Telford to Folkestone bus arrive?

Telford to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Telford to Folkestone train arrive?

Telford to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Telford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Telford to Folkestone is 222 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Telford to Folkestone.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Telford Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
3h 58m
£74–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 400 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 43m
£32–55
Drive 220.5 mi
1. Drive from Telford to Folkestonecar 220.5 mi
3h 38m
£55–80
Train
1. Take the train from Telford Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebonetrain
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 44m
£91–169

Telford to Folkestone by train and foot

121Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Telford Central to Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 43m.

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