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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Gateshead is to bus via Bus Station which costs £21 - £60 and takes 11h 40m.

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 54m and costs £70 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Gateshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Gateshead station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Newcastle Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

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 54m.

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 54m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Folkestone to Gateshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Gateshead bus from?

Folkestone to Gateshead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Gateshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Gateshead?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Gateshead is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 11h 8m.

Where does the Folkestone to Gateshead bus arrive?

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

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 33m to drive from Folkestone to Gateshead.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gateshead?

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Folkestone to Gateshead - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Folkestone to Gateshead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 54m
£72–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
11h 8m
£22–76
Drive 338.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Gateshead338.6 mi
5h 33m
£84–121
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
4h 34m
£89–324
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to John Dobson StreetUk001 / ...
11h 40m
£22–55
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
5h 46m
£110–392
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
5h 36m
£139–340
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
6h 24m
£90–297
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
6h 19m
£70–258

Folkestone to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 336.8 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Newcastle Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 11h 8m.

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