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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Geneva is to bus which costs SFr 60 - SFr 110 and takes 14h 36m.

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 5h 2m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 370.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Geneva?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Geneva station. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Geneva - Bus Station via Dover and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 36m.

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 39m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Geneva?

The distance between Folkestone and Geneva is 894 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 39m and costs SFr 260 - SFr 470.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m 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 FlixBus, depart from Dover 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 39m and costs SFr 260 - SFr 470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 110 and takes 14h 36m.

Where does the Folkestone to Geneva bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Geneva?

Geneva is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 4:01 PM in Folkestone and 5:01 PM 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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Where can I stay near Geneva?

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Folkestone to Geneva - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and Eurotunnel

There are 8 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 Heathrow Airport, fly
best
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 2m
CHF 122–363
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 1700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 36m
CHF 60–108
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 39m
CHF 269–461
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Genevacar
8h 8m
CHF 245–305
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 24m
CHF 109–294
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 18m
CHF 109–290
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane STN - GVA
5h 28m
CHF 107–315
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2. Drive from Calais to Genevacar
9h 16m
CHF 131–234

Folkestone to Geneva by train

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8h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 269Cheapest Price

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Distance: 894.4 km
Duration: 5h 2m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Geneva - Bus Station via Pencester Road, Dover, Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 14h 36m.

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