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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Folkestone is to bus which costs £26 - £90 and takes 11h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Folkestone is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Folkestone?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Folkestone is 308 miles. The road distance is 286.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £40 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Aberystwyth to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Folkestone bus from?

Aberystwyth to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Folkestone is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £40 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £90 and takes 11h 18m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Folkestone is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Aberystwyth to Folkestone.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aberystwyth to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Aberystwyth to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Euston
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 40m
£44–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals400 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
11h 18m
£27–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
9h 7m
Drive 284.5 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Folkestone284.5 mi
5h 32m
£72–104

Aberystwyth to Folkestone by train and foot

48Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.8 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 11h 18m.

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