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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Poole is to bus which costs £17 - £65 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Poole is to drive which takes 3h and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Poole. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Poole via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Poole?

The distance between Folkestone and Poole is 187 miles. The road distance is 166.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Poole without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 49m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Folkestone to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Poole bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Poole?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Poole is to train via London which takes 3h 49m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £65 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Folkestone to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Poole is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Folkestone to Poole.

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

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Folkestone to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Poole by train, 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 Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 49m
£38–135
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 Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
7h 4m
£18–65
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Poolecar 165.6 mi
3h
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 15m
£23–136
Line 10 bus, train
1. Take the bus from East Kent College to Ashford International stationbus 10
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Eastbournetrain
3. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain
8h 16m

Folkestone to Poole by train, foot, and subway

122Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Poole via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 4m.

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