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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Gateshead is to drive which costs £80 - £120 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £110 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Newcastle via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Gateshead?

The distance between Folkestone and Gateshead is 339 miles. The road distance is 340.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Gateshead without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Folkestone to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Gateshead train from?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Gateshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Gateshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Gateshead is 341 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Folkestone to Gateshead.

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Gateshead.

Folkestone to Gateshead - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Folkestone to Gateshead 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 Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 55m
£110–190
Drive 338.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Gatesheadcar 338.6 mi
5h 37m
£83–120
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
4h 42m
£106–359
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 Newcastletrain
6h 1m
£180–285
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 34m
£149–341
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 Newcastletrain
5h 38m
£156–423
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 Newcastletrain
6h 10m
£106–281
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 20m
£122–314

Folkestone to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 336.8 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Newcastle via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 55m.

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