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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Folkestone is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 20h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Folkestone is to train and fly which takes 5h 31m and costs £60 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Folkestone?

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

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Folkestone Central via Aberdeen, Edinburgh Waverley and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Elgin to Folkestone?

The distance between Elgin and Folkestone is 565 miles. The road distance is 600.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Folkestone without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 40m and costs £80 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Elgin to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Folkestone bus from?

Elgin to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Folkestone train from?

Elgin to Folkestone train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Elgin to Folkestone is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 40m and costs £80 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 20h 20m.

Where does the Elgin to Folkestone bus arrive?

Elgin to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Folkestone train arrive?

Elgin to Folkestone train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Folkestone is 600 miles. It takes approximately 10h 56m to drive from Elgin to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

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

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

Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane INV - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 49m
£70–333
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
20h 20m
£50–134
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
10h 40m
£83–241
Drive 596.9 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Folkestonecar 596.9 mi
10h 56m
£147–211
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1bus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ABZ - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 43m
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane INV - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 56m
£63–208
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane INV - 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
5h 31m
£61–226
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1bus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane ABZ - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 46m
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Airport Terminal Stance 1bus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane ABZ - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Stratford (London)train
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 41m
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
11h 20m
£126–206
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 4bus M96
2. Take the train from Inverness to London Eustontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
15h 5m
£82–173

Elgin to Folkestone by bus, train, and foot

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15h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 561.3 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Folkestone Central via Aberdeen, Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 10h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via Union Square Bus Station and London Victoria in around 20h 20m.

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