What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 11h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station, London Victoria and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 12m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Folkestone and Ellesmere Port is 261 miles. The road distance is 270.5 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 5h 19m and costs £95 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ellesmere Port bus from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port is to bus which takes 11h 12m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £240 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Folkestone to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Ellesmere Port is 271 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port.

How do I get a bus ticket from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port?

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Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

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Folkestone to Ellesmere Port - 9 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Folkestone to Ellesmere Port 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, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
5h 19m
£97–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus Interchangebus Uk021 / ...
11h 12m
£35–72
Drive 269 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Ellesmere Portcar 269 mi
4h 37m
£66–95
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 Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Ellesmere Porttrain
6h 16m
£131–374
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Bletchleytrain
3. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham Internationaltrain
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Chestertrain
8h 31m
£107–233
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
7h 3m
£275–645
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
7h 15m
£111–315
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
7h 25m
£100–283
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
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 Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
7h 9m
£159–346

Folkestone to Ellesmere Port by train, foot, and bus

85Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 11h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Bletchley, Birmingham International, Chester, and Railway Station in around 8h 31m.

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