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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Folkestone is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Bideford to Folkestone?

The distance between Bideford and Folkestone is 295 miles. The road distance is 267.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 46m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Bideford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Folkestone bus from?

Bideford to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Train or bus from Bideford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Bideford to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 6h 46m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 10h 50m.

Where does the Bideford to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Folkestone is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Bideford to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1180+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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

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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
6h 46m
£86–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
10h 50m
£27–63
Drive 265.9 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Folkestonecar 265.9 mi
4h 43m
£65–93
Train
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 Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 36m
£90–200
Train #2
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 Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 47m
£47–140

Bideford to Folkestone by bus, foot, train, and subway

116Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bideford to Folkestone.

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Distance: 293.6 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Folkestone Central via High Wall, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h 50m.

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