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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Folkestone is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Manchester to Folkestone?

The distance between Manchester and Folkestone is 254 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Manchester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Folkestone bus from?

Manchester to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Folkestone train from?

Manchester to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Manchester to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Manchester to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Folkestone is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Manchester to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 356+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Manchester to Folkestone - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Manchester 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 Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 52m
£97–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 55m
£52–124
Drive 258.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Folkestonecar 258.8 mi
4h 58m
£65–93
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 47m
£99–312
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 28m
£131–226
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 20m
£206–456
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - 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 58m
£98–285
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 34m
£129–293

Manchester to Folkestone by train and foot

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3h 52mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.8 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h 55m.

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