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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Folkestone is to bus which costs £21 - £30 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Barnsley and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnsley to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Road/Brinckman Street and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Folkestone Central via Sheffield and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Folkestone?

The distance between Barnsley and Folkestone is 251 miles. The road distance is 242.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Barnsley to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Folkestone bus from?

Barnsley to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Folkestone train from?

Barnsley to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Barnsley to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £40 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £30 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Barnsley to Folkestone bus arrive?

Barnsley to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Barnsley to Folkestone train arrive?

Barnsley to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Folkestone is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Barnsley to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 36m
£44–189
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to London Victoriabus Ukn31 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 29m
£14–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield to Doverbus Michalovce
9h 9m
£21–29
Drive 240.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnsley to Folkestonecar 240.7 mi
4h 3m
£60–86
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 29m
£78–291

Barnsley to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 249.6 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Folkestone Central via Sheffield and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Sheffield to Dover 4 times a week. Tickets cost £17–20 and the journey takes 6h 47m.

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