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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Vimy is to bus and train via Ghent which costs €22 - €40 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Vimy is to car ferry and drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Vimy?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Vimy. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Vimy via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres and Arras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Vimy?

The distance between Folkestone and Vimy is 163 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Vimy without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €85 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Folkestone to Vimy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Vimy train from?

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

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Vimy?

Vimy is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 5:39 PM in Folkestone and 6:39 PM in Vimy.

Where does the Folkestone to Vimy train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Vimy?

There are 939+ hotels available in Vimy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Vimy by car ferry, car, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, or car train

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
2. Drive from Calais to Vimy
2h 57m
€54–73
Bus, train via Ghent
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Gent-DampoortMichalovce
2. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Lille FlandresIc
9h 12m
€23–38
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
5h 50m
€86–398
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dover to Calais700 / ...
2. Take the train from Les Fontinettes to VimyTer
7h 5m
€25–53
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Vimy
1h 49m

Folkestone to Vimy by train and tram

67Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

€86Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 163.4 km
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Vimy, France?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Vimy via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, Lille Flandres, and Arras in around 5h 50m.

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