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 £45 - £110 and takes 10h 35m.

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 44m.

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 via Crewe which takes 4h 44m and costs £90 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m 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 via Crewe which takes 4h 44m and costs £90 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 10h 35m.

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 774+ hotels available in Ludlow.

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

There are 5 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 via Crewe
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 44m
£92–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Country Bus Stationbus 445
10h 35m
£48–109
Drive 219.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Ludlowcar 219.1 mi
4h 23m
£54–78
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 Great Malverntrain London Paddington - Great Malvern / ...
7h 32m
£108–222
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Marylebone to Dorridgetrain
3. Take the train from Dorridge to Kidderminstertrain
4. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Barbus 292
8h

Folkestone to Ludlow by train and foot

101Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£92Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Ludlow.

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Distance: 287.1 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Ludlow via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Country Bus Station, and Hereford in around 10h 35m.

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