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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Retford is to bus which costs £13 - £55 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Retford is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Retford Bus Station via London Victoria, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Newark Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Retford. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Retford via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Retford?

The distance between Folkestone and Retford is 209 miles. The road distance is 211.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Retford without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Folkestone to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Retford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Retford train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Retford?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Retford is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £55 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Folkestone to Retford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Retford is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Folkestone to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 309+ hotels available in Retford.

Folkestone to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 37 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Retford by train, bus, or car

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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 King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
2h 59m
£35–153
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 Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
9h 28m
£14–52
Drive 210.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Retfordcar 210.2 mi
3h 31m
£52–75
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Newark North Gatetrain
3. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
4h 41m

Folkestone to Retford by train

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Distance: 207.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Retford via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Retford Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Newark Bus Station in around 9h 28m.

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