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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Groningen is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 11h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Groningen is to train and fly which takes 6h 56m and costs €150 - €480.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Groningen?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Groningen station. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Groningen central station via Dover, Brussels-North train station and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Groningen via London St. Pancras Int., Rotterdam Centraal and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Groningen?

The distance between Folkestone and Groningen is 869 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Groningen without a car is to train via Rotterdam which takes 8h 30m and costs €130 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Folkestone to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Groningen bus from?

Folkestone to Groningen bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Groningen train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Groningen?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Groningen is to train via Rotterdam which takes 8h 30m and costs €130 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 11h 59m.

Where does the Folkestone to Groningen bus arrive?

Folkestone to Groningen bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Brussel Eurolines Busstation.

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Groningen?

Groningen is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 7:56 PM in Folkestone and 8:56 PM in Groningen.

Where does the Folkestone to Groningen train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 462+ hotels available in Groningen.

Folkestone to Groningen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, Eurotunnel, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Folkestone to Groningen by train (Eurostar), bus, car train, car, train, plane, 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 via Rotterdam
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Gouda to Groningentrain
8h 30m
€137–540
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines Busstationbus
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 810 / ...
3. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central stationbus N44 / ...
11h 59m
€33–57
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Groningencar
6h 8m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)plane LCY - RTM
3. Take the train from Gouda to Groningentrain
6h 56m
€150–474
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Amsterdam Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Groningentrain
8h 54m
€124–520
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dover to Gent-Dampoortbus
2. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Groningentrain
9h 52m
€88–113
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2. Drive from Calais to Groningencar
7h 27m
€120–179

Folkestone to Groningen by train

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8h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Groningen.

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Distance: 868.6 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Groningen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Groningen via London St Pancras International, London St. Pancras Int., Rotterdam Centraal, and Gouda in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Groningen central station via Pencester Road, Dover, Brussel Eurolines Busstation, Brussels-North train station, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 11h 59m.

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