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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Welshpool is to bus which costs £26 - £32 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Welshpool is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Shellons Street Car Park and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Dover and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Welshpool via London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Welshpool?

The distance between Folkestone and Welshpool is 246 miles. The road distance is 255.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Folkestone to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Welshpool bus from?

Folkestone to Welshpool bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Dover station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Welshpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £32 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Folkestone to Welshpool bus arrive?

Folkestone to Welshpool bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Folkestone to Welshpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Welshpool is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Folkestone to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 133+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
5h 6m
£37–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Birminghambus Michalovce
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
9h 34m
£27–31
Drive 253.8 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Welshpoolcar 253.8 mi
4h 16m
£62–90
Train via Milton Keynes
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Bletchleytrain
3. Take the train from Bletchley to Birmingham New Streettrain
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
6h 55m
£41–154

Folkestone to Welshpool by train and foot

49Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Welshpool.

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Distance: 244.5 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Welshpool via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shellons Street Car Park to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Pencester Road, Dover, Birmingham, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 34m.

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