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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Matlock is to bus which costs £20 - £25 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Matlock is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Causeway Lane via London Victoria and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Matlock via London St Pancras Intl and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Matlock?

The distance between Folkestone and Matlock is 216 miles. The road distance is 222.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Folkestone to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Matlock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Matlock train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Matlock?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Matlock is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Folkestone to Matlock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Matlock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Matlock is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Folkestone to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

There are 1804+ hotels available in Matlock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Matlock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Derbytrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
4h 9m
£83–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Derbybus Michalovce
8h 32m
£20–24
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 560 / ...
8h 28m
£35–54
Drive 221.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Matlockcar 221.6 mi
3h 45m
£55–79

Folkestone to Matlock by train

122Weekly Trains

4h 9mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Matlock.

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Matlock via London St Pancras Intl and Derby in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Causeway Lane via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Coach Station in around 8h 28m.

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