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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Durham is to drive which costs £80 - £120 and takes 5h 24m.

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 23m and costs £120 - £190.

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 23m.

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 23m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Folkestone to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Durham train from?

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

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 24m to drive from Folkestone to Durham.

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

Book your Folkestone to Durham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1889+ hotels available in Durham.

Folkestone to Durham - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Folkestone to Durham by train, 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 - Edinburgh / ...
4h 23m
£121–183
Drive 323.8 mi
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1. Drive from Folkestone to Durhamcar 323.8 mi
5h 24m
£82–118
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
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
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Durhamtrain
5h 12m
£99–317
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 45m
£156–248
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 38m
£165–440
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 10m
£120–286

Folkestone to Durham by train

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Distance: 323.2 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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 23m.

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