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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Durham is to bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Durham is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Durham. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Durham University via London Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Durham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Durham via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Durham?

The distance between Folkestone and Durham is 325 miles. The road distance is 325.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Durham without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Folkestone to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Durham?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Durham is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Folkestone to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Durham is 326 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Folkestone to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1667+ hotels available in Durham.

Folkestone to Durham - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Folkestone to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 22m
£69–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria Coach Station to Durham Universitybus megabus M20
10h 10m
£27–53
Drive 323.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Durhamcar 323.8 mi
5h 23m
£80–115
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 2m
£77–303
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Durhamtrain
5h 40m
£62–287
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 47m
£126–340
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 27m
£124–351
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain
7h 31m
£98–363
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
7h 23m
£115–353
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
7h 1m
£84–242

Folkestone to Durham by train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 323.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Durham via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Durham University via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria Coach Station in around 10h 10m.

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