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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Arras is to bus which costs €27 - €50 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Arras is to car ferry and drive which takes 2h 55m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Arras. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Arras via Dover, Ghent Dampoort and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Arras. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Arras via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Arras?

The distance between Folkestone and Arras is 169 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Arras without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €70 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Folkestone to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Arras bus from?

Folkestone to Arras bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Arras train from?

Folkestone to Arras train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Arras?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Arras is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs €70 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Folkestone to Arras bus arrive?

Folkestone to Arras bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Gent-Dampoort station.

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Arras?

Arras is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 8:54 PM in Folkestone and 9:54 PM in Arras.

Where does the Folkestone to Arras train arrive?

Folkestone to Arras train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

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Where can I stay near Arras?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Arras by car ferry, car, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car train, or train

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
2. Drive from Calais to Arras
2h 55m
€54–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Gent-Dampoort
2. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lille280 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arras
8h 30m
€28–47
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to ArrasTgv
4h 40m
€71–406
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Arras
1h 47m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dover to Calais700 / ...
2. Take the train from Calais Ville to HazebrouckTer
3. Take the train from Hazebrouck to ArrasTer
6h 30m
€54–87

Folkestone to Arras by train

10Weekly Trains

4h 40mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.2 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Arras via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Arras via Pencester Road, Dover, Gent-Dampoort, Ghent Dampoort, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 8h 30m.

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