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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Chester is to bus via Birmingham which costs £20 - £35 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Chester is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £70 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Chester. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Dover and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Chester. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Chester via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Chester?

The distance between Folkestone and Chester is 250 miles. The road distance is 265.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £70 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Folkestone to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Chester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Chester?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Chester is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £70 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Folkestone to Chester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Chester is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Folkestone to Chester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 964+ hotels available in Chester.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Folkestone to Chester 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
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
4h 12m
£73–237
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to BirminghamMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
9h 45m
£21–32
Drive 263.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Chester263.8 mi
4h 30m
£65–93
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
6h 8m
£91–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
10h 25m
£28–71
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
6h 48m
£259–614
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
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 Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
7h 35m
£101–228
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)STN - LPL
7h 21m
£89–185

Folkestone to Chester by train and foot

85Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Chester.

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Distance: 248.2 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Chester via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Chester Bus Interchange via Pencester Road, Dover, Birmingham, and Newhall St in around 9h 45m.

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