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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Folkestone?

The distance between Cardiff and Folkestone is 218 miles. The road distance is 219.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Cardiff to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Folkestone bus from?

Cardiff to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Folkestone is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 51m
£61–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station007
7h 50m
£26–48
Drive 217.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone217.9 mi
3h 43m
£55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 26m
£55–145
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing CrossN9
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
8h 4m
£26–72

Cardiff to Folkestone by train and subway

93Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.8 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station via London Victoria in around 7h 50m.

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