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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone is to bus which costs £14 - £50 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Folkestone?

The distance between Cheltenham and Folkestone is 193 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Folkestone bus from?

Cheltenham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Folkestone is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Cheltenham to Folkestone.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London PaddingtonCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 45m
£48–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London VictoriaUk044
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
7h 35m
£15–45
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals444 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
7h 20m
£29–53
Drive 163.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Folkestone163.7 mi
3h 24m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London PaddingtonCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 33m
£48–215

Cheltenham to Folkestone by train and subway

94Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 20m.

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