What is the cheapest way to get from Folkestone to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to West Midlands is to bus which costs £16 - £20 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to West Midlands is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £28 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Blue Gates via London Victoria and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at The Hawthorns via London Euston and Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Folkestone to West Midlands?

The distance between Folkestone and West Midlands is 187 miles. The road distance is 195.7 miles.

How do I travel from Folkestone to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Folkestone to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £28 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Folkestone to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Folkestone to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to West Midlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to West Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Folkestone to West Midlands is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £28 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £20 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Folkestone to West Midlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to West Midlands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to West Midlands is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Folkestone to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to West Midlands?

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Where can I stay near West Midlands?

There are 379+ hotels available in West Midlands.

Folkestone to West Midlands - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone to West Midlands by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 56m
£28–138
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk020 / ...
7h 15m
£15–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dover to Birminghambus Michalovce
6h 42m
£17–19
Drive 194.6 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to West Midlandscar 194.6 mi
3h 17m
£48–69
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane LCY - BHX
6h 15m
£64–331

Folkestone to West Midlands by train, foot, and tram

122Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 186.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to The Hawthorns via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Birmingham New Street, and Grand Central in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Dover to Birmingham 4 times a week. Tickets cost £13–16 and the journey takes 4h 49m.

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