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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Melksham is to bus via Market Place which costs £13 - £40 and takes 7h 44m.

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 The Bear via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

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 Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

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 Swindon which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m 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 Swindon which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 7h 13m.

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

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

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Train via Swindon
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 Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 36m
£57–167
Bus via Market Place
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chippenhambus Uk043
7h 44m
£13–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Town Bridgebus 403
7h 13m
£16–53
Drive 166.4 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Melkshamcar 166.4 mi
2h 57m
£40–58
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 / ...
4h 59m
£50–248

Folkestone to Melksham by train and subway

58Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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 Swindon in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to The Bear via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Town Bridge, and Bus Station in around 7h 13m.

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