What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Middelburg Square and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via London Victoria and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Port Talbot?

The distance between Folkestone and Port Talbot is 250 miles. The road distance is 246.3 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 15m and costs £110 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Port Talbot bus from?

Folkestone to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Middelburg Square station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot is to train via London which takes 4h 15m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Folkestone to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Port Talbot is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Folkestone to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Port Talbot by train, bus, or car

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

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 Paddington to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 15m
£111–228
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Middelburg Square to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Sophia Gardensbus 509 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
8h 29m
£50–122
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Port Talbot Bus Stationbus Uk940
7h 14m
£68–158
Drive 244.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Port Talbotcar 244.8 mi
4h 8m
£60–86
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 5m
£111–229

Folkestone to Port Talbot by train and subway

120Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.9 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Port Talbot Parkway via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Middelburg Square to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Sophia Gardens in around 8h 29m.

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