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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone Central is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £14 - £50 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone Central is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Folkestone Central. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Folkestone Central?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Folkestone Central. 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 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Folkestone Central?

The distance between Cardiff and Folkestone Central is 218 miles. The road distance is 219.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone Central without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 52m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Cardiff to Folkestone Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Folkestone Central bus from?

Cardiff to Folkestone Central bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Folkestone Central train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Folkestone Central?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Folkestone Central is to train via London which takes 3h 52m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Folkestone Central bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Folkestone Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Folkestone Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Folkestone Central is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Folkestone Central.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone Central?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Folkestone Central 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 52m
£58–149
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
7h 55m
£14–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
7h 47m
£15–50
Drive 217.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone Central217.8 mi
3h 42m
£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
£52–134

Cardiff to Folkestone Central by train and subway

93Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.8 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Folkestone Central, 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 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Folkestone Central via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bouverie Road West in around 7h 47m.

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