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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Folkestone is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Guildford to Folkestone?

The distance between Guildford and Folkestone is 103 miles. The road distance is 88.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Guildford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Folkestone bus from?

Guildford to Folkestone bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Folkestone train from?

Guildford to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Guildford to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Guildford to Folkestone bus arrive?

Guildford to Folkestone bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Folkestone train arrive?

Guildford to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Folkestone is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Guildford to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Guildford to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Guildford to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 59m
£33–72
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Millbrook to Redhill Bus Stationbus 32
2. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 8m
£22–39
Drive 88.3 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Folkestonecar 88.3 mi
1h 29m
£22–32
Train via Royal Tunbridge Wells
1. Take the train from Guildford to Redhilltrain
2. Take the train from Redhill to Tonbridgetrain
3. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
3h 9m
£26–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
6h 17m

Guildford to Folkestone by train, subway, and foot

125Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.1 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Bouverie Road West via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and London Victoria in around 6h 17m.

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