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 bus between Winchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Winchester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Westgate and arriving at Bouverie Road West via St Catherines P&R and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

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 Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Winchester to Folkestone?

The distance between Winchester and Folkestone is 140 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 56m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Winchester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Folkestone bus from?

Winchester to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Catherines P&R station.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Winchester to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Winchester to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 2h 56m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Winchester to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

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?

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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 Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 56m
£64–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Catherines P&R to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 25m
£31–78
Drive 125.3 mi
1. Drive from Winchester to Folkestonecar 125.3 mi
2h 14m
£31–45
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 22m
£62–136
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 30m
£45–91

Winchester to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

122Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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, Stratford station, and Stratford International in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate to Bouverie Road West via St Catherines P&R, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 25m.

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