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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to France is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to France is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €95 - €400.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to France. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Pont de l'Archevêché via Dover and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and France?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to France. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Cité via London St Pancras Intl and Gare du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Folkestone to France?

The distance between Folkestone and France is 566 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to France without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €95 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Folkestone to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to France bus from?

Folkestone to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to France train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to France?

The best way to get from Folkestone to France is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €95 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Folkestone to France bus arrive?

Folkestone to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

What is the time difference between Folkestone and France?

France is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 8:40 PM in Folkestone and 9:40 PM in France.

Where does the Folkestone to France train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near France?

There are 22937+ hotels available in France.

Folkestone to France - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, Eurotunnel, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to France by train (Eurostar), bus, car train, car, or car ferry

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 Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
4h 20m
€95–399
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 700 / ...
7h 31m
€25–35
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Pariscar
3h 20m
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Parisbus 1700 / ...
13h 33m
€29–143
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2. Drive from Calais to Pariscar
4h 38m
€78–114

Folkestone to France by train and subway

118Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

€95Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to France.

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Distance: 565.7 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and France?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Cité via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dover to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) every 4 hours. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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