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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Gateshead is to bus which costs £65 - £170 and takes 11h.

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 53m and costs £110 - £190.

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.

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 53m.

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 53m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m 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 53m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 11h.

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 37m 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 - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 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 Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 53m
£110–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 598 / ...
11h
£66–168
Drive 338.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Gatesheadcar 338.6 mi
5h 37m
£84–121
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 45m
£97–367
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 45m
£143–376
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 32m
£148–338
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 17m
£98–263
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 27m
£109–292

Folkestone to Gateshead by train

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Distance: 336.8 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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 53m. 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.

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