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

The cheapest way to get from Thetford to Folkestone is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thetford to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Thetford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Thetford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bus Interchange and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Thetford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Thetford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Thetford and arriving at Folkestone Central via Ely and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Thetford to Folkestone?

The distance between Thetford and Folkestone is 142 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thetford to Folkestone without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Thetford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thetford to Folkestone bus from?

Thetford to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Thetford to Folkestone train from?

Thetford to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from Thetford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Thetford to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Thetford to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Thetford to Folkestone train arrive?

Thetford to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Thetford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Thetford to Folkestone is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Thetford to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Thetford to Folkestone by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thetford to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stopbus Uk007
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Westtrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 17m
£38–101
Drive 137.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thetford to Folkestonecar 137.2 mi
2h 19m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 38m
£76–159
Train via Cambridge
1. Take the train from Thetford to Cambridgetrain
2. Take the train from Cambridge to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 44m
£83–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus A8 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 17m
£35–88

Thetford to Folkestone by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 141.4 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Thetford, Norfolk, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Thetford to Folkestone Central via Ely, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Interchange to Bouverie Road West via Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 17m.

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