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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Barry is to train and bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Barry is to drive which takes 4h and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Barry?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Barry. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Barry via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Barry?

The distance between Folkestone and Barry is 226 miles. The road distance is 226.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Barry without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 10m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Folkestone to Barry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Barry train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Barry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Barry?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Barry is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Folkestone to Barry.

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

Book your Folkestone to Barry train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Barry?

There are 1416+ hotels available in Barry.

Folkestone to Barry - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Folkestone to Barry 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 10m
£74–185
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
6h 54m
£42–93
Drive 225.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Barry225.5 mi
4h
£55–80
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 4m
£231–700
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing CrossDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 56m
£68–203
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LGW - CWL
6h 51m
£98–334
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)STN - CWL
6h 32m
£91–221
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 38m
£253–575

Folkestone to Barry by train and subway

137Weekly Services

4h 10mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Barry.

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Distance: 224.9 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Barry, Wales?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Barry via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 10m.

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