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 Bus Station Stand B which costs £21 - £60 and takes 11h 33m.

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 30m and costs £65 - £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 30m.

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 Swansea, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

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 London which takes 5h 35m and costs £70 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m 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 Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 5h 35m and costs £70 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 9h 30m.

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 Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Folkestone is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m 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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 35m
£73–231
Bus via Swansea Bus Station Stand B
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London VictoriaUk046
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
11h 33m
£21–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 2 to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
9h 30m
£26–58
Drive 267.3 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Folkestone267.3 mi
4h 30m
£66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h 23m
£72–236

Llanelli to Folkestone by train and subway

125Weekly Services

5h 35mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.3 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Llanelli to Folkestone Central via Swansea, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 35m. 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 30m.

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