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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Leiston is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Leiston is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Folkestone to Leiston?

The distance between Folkestone and Leiston is 158 miles. The road distance is 142.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Leiston without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Folkestone to Leiston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Leiston?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Leiston is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Folkestone to Leiston.

Where can I stay near Leiston?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Leiston.

Folkestone to Leiston - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Folkestone to Leiston by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Librarybus 64
4h 26m
Drive 141.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Leistoncar 141.6 mi
2h 41m
£35–51
Train, bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Coach Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
4. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Librarybus 64
6h 12m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Leiston.

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Folkestone to Leiston. However, you can take the train to Stratford International, walk to Stratford International DLR Station, take the train to Stratford DLR Station, walk to Stratford (London), take the train to Ipswich, walk to Railway Station, take the bus to Revolution, walk to Old Cattle Market Bus Station, then take the bus to Library. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone West to Library via Stratford International, Stratford City Bus Station, Coach Station, Cardinal Park Cinema, and Old Cattle Market Bus Station in around 6h 12m.

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