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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Geneva is to bus via Paris which costs SFr 40 - SFr 180 and takes 21h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Geneva is to train and fly which takes 4h 45m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 330.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Geneva?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Geneva via Dover and Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Geneve via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Geneva?

The distance between Folkestone and Geneva is 845 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 450.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Folkestone to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Geneva bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Geneva train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Geneva?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Geneva is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 140 and takes 19h 17m.

Where does the Folkestone to Geneva bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Geneva?

Geneva is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 5:22 AM in Folkestone and 6:22 AM in Geneva.

Where does the Folkestone to Geneva train arrive?

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

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

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

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Folkestone to Geneva - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and Eurotunnel

There are 11 ways to get from Folkestone to Geneva by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 to London City Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane LCY - GVA
4h 45m
CHF 111–323
Bus via Paris
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
21h 21m
CHF 44–180
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Genevetrain Tgv
8h 30m
CHF 136–444
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines Busstationbus Michalovce
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Genevabus N839
19h 17m
CHF 52–134
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Genevacar
8h 8m
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 Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane LHR - GVA
5h 30m
CHF 88–278
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 Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane LGW - GVA
5h 14m
CHF 71–223
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane LTN - GVA
5h 17m
CHF 67–260
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane STN - GVA
5h 36m
CHF 89–333
Train, train to London Southend Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Southend Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane SEN - GVA
5h 30m
CHF 67–270
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2. Drive from Calais to Genevacar
9h 16m
CHF 143–224

Folkestone to Geneva by train

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8h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 844.7 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Geneva, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Geneve via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Geneva via Pencester Road, Dover, Brussel Eurolines Busstation, and Brussels-North train station in around 19h 17m.

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