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

The cheapest way to get from Alcester to Folkestone is to bus which costs £14 - £18 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alcester to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Alcester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Alcester station to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Folkestone Central station via Redditch Bus Station, Birmingham and Pencester Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Alcester to Folkestone?

The distance between Alcester and Folkestone is 208 miles. The road distance is 170.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alcester to Folkestone without a car is to train via Birmingham New Street which takes 5h and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Alcester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alcester to Folkestone bus from?

Alcester to Folkestone bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Birmingham station.

Train or bus from Alcester to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Alcester to Folkestone is to train via Birmingham New Street which takes 5h and costs £30 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £18 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Alcester to Folkestone bus arrive?

Alcester to Folkestone bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Dover station.

Can I drive from Alcester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Alcester to Folkestone is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Alcester to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1157+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham New Street
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London EustonBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h
£34–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham to DoverMichalovce
9h 5m
£14–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to London MaryleboneBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Bouverie Road West007
7h 56m
£37–168
Drive 169.8 mi
1. Drive from Alcester to Folkestone169.8 mi
3h 39m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Evesham to London PaddingtonGreat Malvern - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h 3m
£33–144

Alcester to Folkestone by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 207 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Alcester, Warwickshire, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a bus from Police Station to Folkestone Central via Redditch Bus Station, Redditch, Birmingham New Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Birmingham to Dover 4 times a week. Tickets cost £12–15 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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