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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Folkestone is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Folkestone Central via Exeter St Davids, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Folkestone?

The distance between Barnstaple and Folkestone is 285 miles. The road distance is 258.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 33m and costs £150 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Barnstaple to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Folkestone bus from?

Barnstaple to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Folkestone train from?

Barnstaple to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 5h 33m and costs £150 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barnstaple to Folkestone train arrive?

Barnstaple to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Folkestone is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Barnstaple to Folkestone.

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

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Barnstaple to Folkestone - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Barnstaple to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 33m
£150–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
10h 20m
£47–66
Drive 257.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Folkestonecar 257.4 mi
4h 33m
£64–92
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 49m
£155–371
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 38m
£133–276
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
10h 54m
£49–72

Barnstaple to Folkestone by train and subway

116Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

£150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.8 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Folkestone Central via Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h 20m.

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