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 £65 - £170 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 49m and costs £90 - £180.

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 Hartlepool Interchange via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

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 49m.

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 49m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m 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 49m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 11h 53m.

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 19m to drive from Folkestone to Hartlepool.

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

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Where can I stay near Hartlepool?

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Folkestone to Hartlepool - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 Hartlepooltrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland / ...
4h 49m
£94–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Hartlepool Interchangebus 436 / ...
11h 53m
£66–168
Drive 318.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Hartlepoolcar 318.5 mi
5h 19m
£79–114
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
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
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
5h 44m
£107–387
Train via Newark on Trent
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newark North Gatetrain
3. Take the train from Newark North Gate to Hartlepooltrain
5h 4m
£104–177
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
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
6h 36m
£158–368
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
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
6h 51m
£153–411
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Thornabytrain
8h 12m
£149–392
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
7h 37m
£154–448
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
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
7h 23m
£108–289
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
5. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepooltrain
7h 33m
£119–322

Folkestone to Hartlepool by train

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Hartlepool.

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Distance: 316.1 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Hartlepool Interchange via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 11h 53m.

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