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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Exeter is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Exeter is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £110 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Exeter St Davids via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Exeter?

The distance between Folkestone and Exeter is 246 miles. The road distance is 236.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Folkestone to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Exeter train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Exeter is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Folkestone to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 603+ hotels available in Exeter.

Folkestone to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Folkestone to Exeter 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 46m
£111–224
Drive 234.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Exetercar 234.9 mi
4h 2m
£59–85
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Exeterbus Ukn49
7h 13m
£64–141
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
7h 4m
£190–506
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
5h 52m
£104–226
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
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 Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
6h 15m
£146–340
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
7h 3m
£265–720

Folkestone to Exeter by train and subway

122Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Exeter St Davids via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 46m.

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