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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Folkestone is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 43m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Wales to Folkestone?

The distance between Wales and Folkestone is 218 miles. The road distance is 219.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 43m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Wales to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Folkestone bus from?

Wales to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Wales to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 43m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Wales to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wales to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Folkestone is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Wales to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 43m
£99–176
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 50m
£28–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 42m
£32–55
Drive 217.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestonecar 217.9 mi
3h 45m
£55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 29m
£99–176

Wales to Folkestone by train and subway

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Distance: 216.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Wales and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 42m.

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