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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Folkestone is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Radnor Park via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Folkestone?

The distance between Basingstoke and Folkestone is 121 miles. The road distance is 115.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Basingstoke to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Folkestone bus from?

Basingstoke to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Folkestone train from?

Basingstoke to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basingstoke to Folkestone train arrive?

Basingstoke to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Folkestone is 115 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Basingstoke to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 19m
£47–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station007 / ...
6h 3m
£15–32
Drive 114.5 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Folkestone114.5 mi
1h 52m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 32m
£42–79

Basingstoke to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

92Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.8 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Radnor Park via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 6h 3m.

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