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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Shanklin is to bus and train and ferry which costs £50 - £95 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Shanklin is to train and ferry which takes 5h 39m and costs £55 - £130.

How far is it from Folkestone to Shanklin?

The distance between Folkestone and Shanklin is 172 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Shanklin without a car is to train and ferry which takes 5h 39m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Folkestone to Shanklin, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Shanklin?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Shanklin.

Folkestone to Shanklin - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Folkestone to Shanklin by train, ferry, or bus

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

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal
5h 39m
£55–128
Train, ferry via Ashford International
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal
6h 51m
£47–163
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road007 / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Fratton
3. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverport
9h 12m
£52–94

Folkestone to Shanklin by train and ferry

137Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Shanklin.

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Folkestone to Shanklin. However, you can take the train to London St Pancras Intl, take the train to East Croydon, take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Youth Centre via Bus Station, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, Elephant & Castle / London Rd, East Croydon Rail Station, East Croydon, Fratton, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 9h 12m.

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