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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £14 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at The Malls via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Basingstoke via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Basingstoke?

The distance between Folkestone and Basingstoke is 121 miles. The road distance is 113.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Basingstoke without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Folkestone to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Basingstoke bus from?

Folkestone to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Basingstoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Basingstoke is to train via London which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Folkestone to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Folkestone to Basingstoke bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Folkestone to Basingstoke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Basingstoke is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Folkestone to Basingstoke.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Folkestone to Basingstoke?

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Folkestone to Basingstoke - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Basingstoke by train, bus, or car

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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 Waterloo to BasingstokeLondon Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
2h 44m
£50–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Malls035 / ...
5h 40m
£14–37
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Basingstoke113.2 mi
1h 51m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo EastDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to BasingstokeLondon Waterloo - Basingstoke / ...
3h 8m
£36–119

Folkestone to Basingstoke by train, foot, and subway

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.9 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Basingstoke via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to The Malls via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 5h 40m.

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