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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Folkestone is to bus which costs £10 - £45 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bath Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Bath to Folkestone?

The distance between Bath and Folkestone is 180 miles. The road distance is 182.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Bath to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Folkestone bus from?

Bath to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bath Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Bath to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Bath to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £45 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Bath to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bath to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bath to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Folkestone is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Bath to Folkestone.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bath to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 15m
£44–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bath Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk043
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 30m
£10–44
Drive 181.5 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Folkestonecar 181.5 mi
3h 11m
£44–64
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h
£52–206
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 403
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 30m
£13–54

Bath to Folkestone by train and subway

119Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bath to Folkestone.

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bath Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria in around 7h 30m.

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