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 which costs €26 - €55 and takes 6h 44m.

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.

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 bus and train which takes 6h 44m and costs €26 - €55.

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

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

What is the time difference between Folkestone and Vimy?

Vimy is 1h ahead of Folkestone. It is currently 9:04 PM in Folkestone and 10:04 PM in Vimy.

Where can I stay near Vimy?

There are 949+ hotels available in Vimy.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Folkestone to Vimy by car ferry, car, 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
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Calais700 / ...
2. Take the train from Calais Ville to VimyTer
6h 44m
€26–53
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthunle shuttle
2. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Vimy
1h 49m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Vimy.

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Distance: 163.4 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

There is no direct connection from Folkestone to Vimy. However, you can drive to Port of Dover, take the car ferry to Calais, then drive to Vimy. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Vimy via Pencester Road, Dover, Calais, Terminal Ferry, Gare Sncf, and Calais Ville in around 6h 44m.

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