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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Folkestone is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Folkestone Central via Cardiff Central, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Barry to Folkestone?

The distance between Barry and Folkestone is 226 miles. The road distance is 227.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Barry to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Folkestone bus from?

Barry to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Barry to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Barry to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 34m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Barry to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barry to Folkestone train arrive?

Barry to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Barry to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Folkestone is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Barry to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 34m
£100–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 509 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 51m
£45–114
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
8h 33m
£68–146
Drive 226.3 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Folkestonecar 226.3 mi
4h 2m
£56–81
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 37m
£275–872
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 20m
£100–203

Barry to Folkestone by train and subway

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 224.9 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Barry to Folkestone Central via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Priory to Bouverie Road West via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 51m.

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