What is the cheapest way to get from London Bridge to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from London Bridge to Folkestone is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Bridge to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from London Bridge to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between London Bridge and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from London Bridge to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from London Bridge to Folkestone?

The distance between London Bridge and Folkestone is 274 miles. The road distance is 258.5 miles.

How do I travel from London Bridge to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from London Bridge to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 37m and costs £150 - £270.

How long does it take to get from London Bridge to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from London Bridge to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Bridge to Folkestone train from?

London Bridge to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the London Bridge to Folkestone train arrive?

London Bridge to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from London Bridge to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between London Bridge to Folkestone is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from London Bridge to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1198+ hotels available in Folkestone.

London Bridge to Folkestone - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from London Bridge to Folkestone by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 37m
£156–264
Drive 257 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Bridge to Folkestonecar 257 mi
4h 25m
£64–93
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 25m
£262–531
Train
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h 32m
£120–223
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
8h 5m
£104–221
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 39m
£238–510
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - 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
8h 51m
£147–310

London Bridge to Folkestone by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 272.6 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between London Bridge, Torbay, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a vehicle from London Bridge to Folkestone Central via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 37m.

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