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

The cheapest way to get from Winchester to Folkestone is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winchester to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Winchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Winchester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Winchester and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Winchester to Folkestone?

The distance between Winchester and Folkestone is 139 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winchester to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 59m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Winchester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Folkestone train from?

Winchester to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Winchester station.

Where does the Winchester to Folkestone train arrive?

Winchester to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Winchester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Winchester to Folkestone is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Winchester to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1246+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Winchester to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 64 bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Winchester to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 59m
£64–135
Drive 125.3 mi
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1. Drive from Winchester to Folkestonecar 125.3 mi
2h 14m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Winchester to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 28m
£63–130
Line 64 bus, line 65 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Broadway to High Streetbus 64
2. Take the bus from High Street to Guildford stationbus 65
3. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 36m
£44–84

Winchester to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.6 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Winchester to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 59m.

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