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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Wales is to bus which costs £15 - £50 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Wales is to train via London which takes 3h 24m and costs £55 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Kingsway GR via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Wales. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Wales?

The distance between Folkestone and Wales is 218 miles. The road distance is 218.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Wales without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 24m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Folkestone to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Wales?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Wales is to train via London which takes 3h 24m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Folkestone to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Wales is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Folkestone to Wales.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1583+ hotels available in Wales.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to Wales by train, bus, or car

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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 Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 24m
£56–171
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 Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
7h 1m
£16–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 25m
£32–89
Drive 216.9 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Cardiffcar 216.9 mi
3h 45m
£54–77
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 12m
£54–198

Folkestone to Wales by train and subway

122Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.7 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Kingsway GR via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 1m.

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