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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at York Road - Central Library via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Hartlepool via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Hartlepool?

The distance between Folkestone and Hartlepool is 318 miles. The road distance is 320.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Hartlepool bus from?

Folkestone to Hartlepool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Hartlepool train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Hartlepool?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station Stand 20, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Folkestone to Hartlepool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Hartlepool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Hartlepool is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Folkestone to Hartlepool.

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

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

There are 9 ways to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool 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 HartlepoolLondon Kings Cross - Sunderland
4h 52m
£72–143
Bus via Bus Station Stand 20
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station Stand 11Ukn10 / ...
10h 48m
£24–65
Drive 318.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Hartlepool318.5 mi
5h 15m
£80–115
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepool
5h 59m
£90–337
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Hartlepool Interchange436 / ...
11h 53m
£27–49
Train to London City Airport, fly to Durham Tees Valley Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)LCY - MME
7h 54m
£137–725
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
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepool
7h 2m
£120–420
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
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepool
6h 58m
£142–353
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepool
7h 49m
£120–408

Folkestone to Hartlepool by train

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Distance: 316.1 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Hartlepool, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Hartlepool via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to York Road - Central Library via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station Stand 11, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 10h 48m.

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