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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Melksham is to bus which costs £27 - £95 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Melksham is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Market Place via London Victoria and Sainsburys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Melksham via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Chippenham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Melksham?

The distance between Folkestone and Melksham is 173 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Melksham without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Folkestone to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Melksham?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Melksham is to train via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £95 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Folkestone to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Melksham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Melksham is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Folkestone to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Melksham by train, subway, bus, or car

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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 Chippenhamtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 47m
£80–162
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 Sainsburysbus 403
7h 18m
£28–92
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 stationsubway
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Chippenhambus
5h 28m
£60–127
Drive 166.4 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Melkshamcar 166.4 mi
2h 57m
£41–59
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 Chippenhamtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 1m
£79–160

Folkestone to Melksham by train and subway

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Distance: 172 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Melksham via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Chippenham in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Market Place via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Sainsburys in around 7h 18m.

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