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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ludlow is to bus which costs £50 - £75 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ludlow is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Ludlow via London Euston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Ludlow?

The distance between Folkestone and Ludlow is 289 miles. The road distance is 220.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ludlow without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £110 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Folkestone to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ludlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ludlow is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £110 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Folkestone to Ludlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Ludlow is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Folkestone to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 739+ hotels available in Ludlow.

Folkestone to Ludlow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Ludlow 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
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Ludlowtrain
4h 30m
£116–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Country Bus Stationbus 445
9h 25m
£51–74
Drive 219.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Ludlowcar 219.1 mi
4h 23m
£54–78
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain
4h 43m
£104–212

Folkestone to Ludlow by train and foot

121Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£116Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Ludlow.

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Distance: 287.1 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Ludlow via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Crewe in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Ludlow via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Country Bus Station, and Hereford in around 9h 25m.

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