What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 22m and costs £25 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Waterloo Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Waterloo Station station. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Waterloo Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone West and arriving at London Waterloo East. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

The distance between Folkestone and Waterloo Station is 73 miles. The road distance is 68.5 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to Waterloo Station without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station without a car is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 22m and costs £25 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Waterloo Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Waterloo Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station is to train via London St Pancras International which takes 1h 22m and costs £25 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £30 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Folkestone to Waterloo Station bus arrive?

Folkestone to Waterloo Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Folkestone to Waterloo Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Waterloo Station is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Folkestone to Waterloo Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Folkestone to Waterloo Station?

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Where can I stay near Waterloo Station?

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Folkestone to Waterloo Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Folkestone to Waterloo Station by train, bus, or car

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Train via London St Pancras International
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 22m
£25–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road007
3h 1m
£11–30
Drive 68.1 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Waterloo Station68.1 mi
1h 22m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone West to London Waterloo EastRamsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
1h 40m
£23–60

Folkestone to Waterloo Station by train, foot, and subway

136Weekly Services

1h 22mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72.4 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Waterloo Station, Greater London, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl hourly. Tickets cost £23–60 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bouverie Road West to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road 3 times a day. Tickets cost £10–25 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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