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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Folkestone is to bus which costs £20 - £65 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateshead to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Folkestone?

The distance between Gateshead and Folkestone is 339 miles. The road distance is 339.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Gateshead to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Folkestone bus from?

Gateshead to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Folkestone train from?

Gateshead to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Gateshead to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Gateshead to Folkestone bus arrive?

Gateshead to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Gateshead to Folkestone train arrive?

Gateshead to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Folkestone is 339 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Gateshead to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Gateshead to Folkestone - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Gateshead to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to King's CrossEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 18m
£59–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to London VictoriaUkn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
10h 20m
£21–63
Drive 337.1 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Folkestone337.1 mi
5h 30m
£83–119
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
5h 20m
£69–299
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
5h 54m
£68–295
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 13m
£126–396
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
6h 12m
£112–386
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 30m
£82–301
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
6h 40m
£69–257
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 51m
£83–311
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EDI - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 50m
£86–289

Gateshead to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 336.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria in around 10h 20m.

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