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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Whitby is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 11h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Whitby is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria, Bus Station Stand 8 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Whitby via King's Cross, York and Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Whitby?

The distance between Folkestone and Whitby is 324 miles. The road distance is 313 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Whitby without a car is to train and bus via Scarborough which takes 6h 10m and costs £60 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Folkestone to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Whitby bus from?

Folkestone to Whitby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Whitby?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Whitby is to bus which takes 11h 47m and costs £27 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £210 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Folkestone to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Whitby is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Folkestone to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1875+ hotels available in Whitby.

Folkestone to Whitby - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Folkestone to Whitby by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus via Scarborough
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to York
3. Take the train from York to Scarborough
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop S to Bus StationX93
6h 10m
£63–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station Stand 11Ukn10 / ...
11h 47m
£27–73
Drive 311.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Whitby311.2 mi
5h 24m
£76–110
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
8h 40m
£86–314
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to York
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Boyes840
6h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to York
3. Take the train from York to Middlesbrough
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitby
7h 4m
£61–203
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station426 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
12h 47m
Train to London City Airport, fly to Durham Tees Valley Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)LCY - MME
3. Take the train from Allens West to Whitby
9h 8m
£151–764

Folkestone to Whitby by train and bus

103Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 322.2 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Folkestone, England and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Bus Station Stand 11, Bus Station Stand 8, and Market Place in around 11h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Folkestone Central to Whitby via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, York, and Middlesbrough in around 7h 4m.

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