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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Penrith is to bus which costs £21 - £60 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Penrith is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £75 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Penrith via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Penrith?

The distance between Folkestone and Penrith is 352 miles. The road distance is 350.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £75 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Folkestone to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Penrith?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Penrith is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £75 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Folkestone to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Penrith is 351 miles. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Folkestone to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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Folkestone to Penrith - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Folkestone to Penrith by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Euston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 55m
£79–208
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 Penrithbus Ukn31
10h 55m
£22–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Booth's Supermarketbus Ukn31
8h 26m
£34–92
Drive 348.7 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Penrithcar 348.7 mi
5h 48m
£85–122
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 39m
£100–306
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 3m
£80–354
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 47m
£87–334
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 23m
£112–326
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
6h 56m
£72–217
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 12m
£86–242
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 47m
£124–366

Folkestone to Penrith by train and foot

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4h 55mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349.7 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Penrith North Lakes via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Penrith via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h 55m.

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