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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Inverness is to train and fly which costs £70 - £190 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Inverness is to train and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Union Street via Bus Station, London Victoria and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Inverness via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Folkestone to Inverness?

The distance between Folkestone and Inverness is 542 miles. The road distance is 598 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 10h and costs £140 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Folkestone to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Inverness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Inverness?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Inverness is to train which takes 10h and costs £140 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 18h 50m.

Where does the Folkestone to Inverness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Inverness is 598 miles. It takes approximately 10h 27m to drive from Folkestone to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 1210+ hotels available in Inverness.

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

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

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 to Inverness Dalcross Airport
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
5h 41m
£78–343
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
5h 6m
£71–223
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
10h
£144–182
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Park and Ride
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union StreetE8
18h 50m
Drive 594.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Inverness594.6 mi
10h 27m
£145–210
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
5h 22m
£72–184
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
7h 58m
£112–388
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, 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 bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
7h 57m
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LGW - ABZ
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
7h 44m
£84–329
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
8h 41m
£111–363
Train via London
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to InvernessLondon Euston - Inverness
13h 28m
£108–187

Folkestone to Inverness by train

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Distance: 539.3 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Inverness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Inverness via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 10h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Union Street via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Park and Ride in around 18h 50m.

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