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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Llanelli is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 11h 8m.

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 station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

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 Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

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 Cardiff which takes 5h 41m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m 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 Bus 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 Cardiff which takes 5h 41m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 11h 8m.

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 Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain
5h 41m
£123–258
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2bus 507
11h 8m
£50–128
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
10h 7m
£73–157
Drive 266.3 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Llanellicar 266.3 mi
4h 33m
£66–95
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 / ...
7h 17m
£126–241

Folkestone to Llanelli by train and subway

101Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

£123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.3 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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 Cardiff Central in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2 via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 11h 8m.

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