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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Bournemouth is to bus via London which costs £24 - £50 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Bournemouth?

The distance between Folkestone and Bournemouth is 181 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Bournemouth without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Folkestone to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Bournemouth bus from?

Folkestone to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Bournemouth is to train via London which takes 3h 36m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £70 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Folkestone to Bournemouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Bournemouth is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Folkestone to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Bournemouth 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 BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 36m
£37–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station035
7h 28m
£19–68
Drive 162.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Bournemouth162.8 mi
2h 47m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo EastRamsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 59m
£35–126
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
7h 57m
£24–48

Folkestone to Bournemouth by train, foot, and subway

137Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.8 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Bournemouth via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Bournemouth Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 28m.

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