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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Folkestone is to bus which costs £11 - £27 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Luton to Folkestone?

The distance between Luton and Folkestone is 100 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £24 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Luton to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Folkestone bus from?

Luton to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Folkestone train from?

Luton to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Luton to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £24 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £27 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Luton to Folkestone bus arrive?

Luton to Folkestone bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Luton to Folkestone train arrive?

Luton to Folkestone train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Folkestone is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Luton to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Luton to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Luton to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras IntlBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 10m
£24–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to London VictoriaGreenline 757
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
5h 40m
£11–27
Drive 107.7 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Folkestone107.7 mi
1h 51m
£27–38
Train via London
1. Take the train from Luton to London BridgeBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h
£24–82

Luton to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 99.6 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria in around 5h 40m.

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