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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Minehead is to bus which costs £22 - £65 and takes 10h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Minehead is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Minehead?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Minehead. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at The Parade via London Victoria, Bus Station, Castle Way and Little Meadow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Minehead?

The distance between Folkestone and Minehead is 242 miles. The road distance is 233.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Minehead without a car is to train and line 28 bus which takes 5h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Folkestone to Minehead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Minehead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Minehead?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Minehead is to bus which takes 10h 53m and costs £22 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £260 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Folkestone to Minehead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Minehead?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Minehead is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Folkestone to Minehead.

Where can I stay near Minehead?

There are 621+ hotels available in Minehead.

Folkestone to Minehead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Taunton
3. Take the bus from Lethbridge Arms to The Parade28A / ...
5h 14m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hall101
10h 53m
£23–65
Drive 232.4 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Minehead232.4 mi
4h 16m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Taunton
7h 8m
£67–257

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Minehead.

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to The Parade via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station, County Hall, Castle Way, and Little Meadow in around 10h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to The Parade via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, and Little Meadow in around 7h 8m.

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