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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Folkestone is to fly and bus and train which costs £55 - £200 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Folkestone is to fly and train which takes 5h 31m and costs £95 - £270.

How far is it from Dublin to Folkestone?

The distance between Dublin and Folkestone is 375 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Folkestone without a car is to ferry and train which takes 10h 3m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Dublin to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1169+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Dublin to Folkestone - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Dublin to Folkestone by plane, train, ferry, bus, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to London City Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London City Airport (LCY)DUB - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
5h 31m
£97–269
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London Stansted Airport (STN)DUB - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
5h 59m
£59–195
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to London Euston
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
10h 3m
£124–239
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals409
4. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
17h 57m
£115–203
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dublin to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Folkestone
12h 13m
£166–258
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)DUB - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 10m
£77–226
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Luton Airport (LTN)DUB - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
5h 49m
£61–219
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)DUB - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 4m
£64–241
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)DUB - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to London Euston
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 37m
£61–300
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Southampton Airport (SOU)DUB - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
7h 24m
£93–383
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)DUB - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
7h 38m
£80–333

Dublin to Folkestone by ferry, train, and foot

26Weekly Services

10h 3mAverage Duration

£124Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dublin to Folkestone.

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Distance: 373 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Folkestone, England?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Folkestone. However, you can take the bus to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, walk to Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, fly to London City Airport (LCY), walk to London City Airport, take the train to Stratford International DLR Station, walk to Stratford International, then take the train to Folkestone Central. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Folkestone Central via Holyhead Ferry, Holyhead, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 10h 3m.

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