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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Mons is to bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Mons is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 45m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Mons?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Mons. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Mons Av. Léo Collard via Dover and Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Mons?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Mons. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Mons via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Folkestone to Mons?

The distance between Folkestone and Mons is 543 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Mons without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs €95 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Folkestone to Mons, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Mons bus from?

Folkestone to Mons bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Mons train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Mons?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Mons is to train which takes 5h and costs €95 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Folkestone to Mons bus arrive?

Folkestone to Mons bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Brussel Eurolines Busstation.

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Mons?

Mons is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 3:25 AM in Folkestone and 4:25 AM in Mons.

Where does the Folkestone to Mons train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Mons?

There are 400+ hotels available in Mons.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Mons by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car train, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiEil
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to MonsIc / ...
5h
€99–407
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Mons Av. Léo CollardN818
7h 32m
€14–20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dover to Brussel Eurolines BusstationMichalovce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to MonsIc / ...
6h 42m
€18–23
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Mons
2h 30m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
2. Drive from Calais to Mons
3h 45m
€66–94

Folkestone to Mons by train

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Distance: 542.8 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Mons, Belgium?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Mons via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Mons Av. Léo Collard via Pencester Road, Dover, Brussel Eurolines Busstation, and Brussels-North train station in around 7h 32m.

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