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 £21 - £70 and takes 8h 15m.

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 2h 58m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

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 51m.

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 51m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m 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 Bus 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 51m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £70 and takes 8h 15m.

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 2h 58m to drive from Folkestone to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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 IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 51m
£45–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station035 / ...
8h 15m
£21–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing CrossDover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
6h 36m
£32–104
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Poole165.6 mi
2h 58m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo EastRamsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 14m
£43–146

Folkestone to Poole by train, foot, and subway

137Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Seldown Coach Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 15m.

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