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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Folkestone is to train via London which costs £70 - £160 and takes 12h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Folkestone is to fly and train which takes 5h 8m and costs £55 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Buchanan Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Inverness to Folkestone?

The distance between Inverness and Folkestone is 543 miles. The road distance is 596.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 9h 39m and costs £130 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Inverness to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Folkestone bus from?

Inverness to Folkestone bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Inverness to Folkestone is to train which takes 9h 39m and costs £130 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 19m.

Where does the Inverness to Folkestone bus arrive?

Inverness to Folkestone bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Folkestone is 597 miles. It takes approximately 10h 27m to drive from Inverness to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

There are 11 ways to get from Inverness to Folkestone by plane, 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.

Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane INV - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 27m
£67–325
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 8m
£59–218
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to King's Crosstrain Inverness - London Kings Cross
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
9h 39m
£133–174
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus E8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
17h 19m
Drive 593.1 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Folkestonecar 593.1 mi
10h 27m
£146–211
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane INV - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 33m
£60–200
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ABZ - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 4m
£96–368
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 39m
£118–376
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane ABZ - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 6m
£73–253
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochrytrain
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airportbus
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
4. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
5. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 38m
Train via London
1. Take the train from Inverness to London Eustontrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
12h 47m
£74–160

Inverness to Folkestone by train

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9h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 539.4 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Inverness to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 9h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Bouverie Road West via Buchanan Bus Station and London Victoria in around 17h 19m.

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