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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Llanelli is to bus via Newport which costs £16 - £65 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Llanelli is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via London Victoria, Queensway Q1 and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Llanelli via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Llanelli?

The distance between Folkestone and Llanelli is 275 miles. The road distance is 267.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Llanelli without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Folkestone to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Llanelli bus from?

Folkestone to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Llanelli is to train via London which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via Newport, which costs £16 - £65 and takes 9h 38m.

Where does the Folkestone to Llanelli bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Llanelli is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Folkestone to Llanelli.

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

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Folkestone to Llanelli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Llanelli by train, 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 7m
£68–208
Bus via Newport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Queensway Q1bus
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus
9h 38m
£17–65
Drive 266.3 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Llanellicar 266.3 mi
4h 33m
£65–94
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 56m
£66–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2bus 507
10h
£22–65

Folkestone to Llanelli by train and subway

137Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Llanelli.

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Distance: 273.3 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Llanelli via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Swansea in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Queensway Q1, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 9h 38m.

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