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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Scotland is to bus which costs £27 - £110 and takes 12h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Scotland is to train and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Glasgow Central via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Scotland?

The distance between Folkestone and Scotland is 471 miles. The road distance is 464.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Scotland without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 15m and costs £55 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Folkestone to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Scotland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Scotland?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Scotland is to train via London which takes 6h 15m and costs £55 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £110 and takes 12h 58m.

Where does the Folkestone to Scotland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Scotland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Scotland is 464 miles. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Folkestone to Scotland.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Folkestone to Scotland?

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

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Folkestone to Scotland - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Folkestone to Scotland by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central
6h 15m
£59–257
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 Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
12h 58m
£28–105
Drive 461.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Glasgowcar 461.6 mi
7h 41m
£114–164
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
4h 1m
£101–301
Train
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 Glasgow Queen Streettrain
7h 22m
£59–167
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3h 44m
£96–281
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
4h 35m
£61–192
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow 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 Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
4h 33m
£64–184
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
4h 50m
£73–204
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
4h 18m
£58–182

Folkestone to Scotland by train and foot

122Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Scotland.

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Distance: 468.5 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Glasgow Central via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Buchanan Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 12h 58m.

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