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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Folkestone is to bus via Swansea City Bus Station which costs £15 - £50 and takes 11h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Folkestone Central via Cardiff Central, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Folkestone?

The distance between Llanelli and Folkestone is 275 miles. The road distance is 268.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Folkestone without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 33m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Llanelli to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Folkestone bus from?

Llanelli to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Folkestone train from?

Llanelli to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llanelli station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Folkestone is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 33m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Llanelli to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Llanelli to Folkestone train arrive?

Llanelli to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Folkestone is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Llanelli to Folkestone.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Llanelli to Folkestone by 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.

Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 33m
£67–179
Bus via Swansea City Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk046
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
11h 55m
£16–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2 to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 35m
£21–55
Drive 267.3 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Folkestonecar 267.3 mi
4h 33m
£64–92
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
7h 10m
£68–190

Llanelli to Folkestone by train and subway

119Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.3 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Llanelli to Folkestone Central via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2 to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 35m.

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