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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Bude is to bus which costs £26 - £85 and takes 13h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Bude is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Bude?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Bude. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at The Strand via Bus Station, London Victoria, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 49m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Bude?

The distance between Folkestone and Bude is 302 miles. The road distance is 284.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Bude without a car is to train and bus via London which takes 7h 20m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Folkestone to Bude, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Bude bus from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Bude bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Bude?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Bude is 285 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Folkestone to Bude.

Where can I stay near Bude?

There are 1096+ hotels available in Bude.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Bude by train, 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, bus via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
7h 20m
£88–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bampfylde Street
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to West Street66
4. Take the bus from West Street to The Strand6
13h 49m
£26–80
Drive 283 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Bude283 mi
5h 18m
£69–100
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Cross
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
8h 6m
£86–196
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Central
3. Take the bus from Prison to Railway Station66
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
10h 15m
£41–134

Folkestone to Bude by train, subway, and bus

29Weekly Services

7h 20mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to The Strand via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and West Street in around 13h 49m.

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