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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Folkestone is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Durham University Palatine Centre and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Durham to Folkestone?

The distance between Durham and Folkestone is 325 miles. The road distance is 324.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Durham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Folkestone bus from?

Durham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Durham University Palatine Centre station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Folkestone train from?

Durham to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Durham to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 10h.

Where does the Durham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Durham to Folkestone bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrival Hall.

Where does the Durham to Folkestone train arrive?

Durham to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Durham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Folkestone is 324 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Durham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to King's Crosstrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 22m
£61–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrival Hallbus megabus M20
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
10h
£26–51
Drive 322.5 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Folkestonecar 322.5 mi
5h 21m
£79–114
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 37m
£70–295
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Durham to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 41m
£53–273
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 24m
£92–341
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 32m
£119–392
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 34m
£130–345
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 3m
£87–241
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 54m
£85–270
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 9m
£73–307

Durham to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 323.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrival Hall and London Victoria in around 10h.

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