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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Folkestone is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £100 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Folkestone?

The distance between Liverpool and Folkestone is 264 miles. The road distance is 283.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Liverpool to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Folkestone bus from?

Liverpool to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Folkestone train from?

Liverpool to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Liverpool to Folkestone bus arrive?

Liverpool to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Folkestone train arrive?

Liverpool to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Folkestone is 284 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Liverpool to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Liverpool to Folkestone - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Liverpool to Folkestone 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
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to London Eustontrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 5m
£105–181
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
8h 12m
£55–121
Drive 282 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Folkestonecar 282 mi
4h 48m
£70–101
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 42m
£116–343
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 550 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 400 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 49m
£56–139
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - 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
6h 53m
£100–267
Fly Liverpool to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 47m
£80–186

Liverpool to Folkestone by train and foot

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Folkestone.

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Distance: 262.6 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Bouverie Road West via Birmingham Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 49m.

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