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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Folkestone is to bus which costs £19 - £60 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Bay Campus, Queensway Q1 and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Neath to Folkestone?

The distance between Neath and Folkestone is 256 miles. The road distance is 252.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 38m and costs £70 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Neath to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Folkestone bus from?

Neath to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bay Campus station.

Where do I catch the Neath to Folkestone train from?

Neath to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Neath station.

Train or bus from Neath to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Neath to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 38m and costs £70 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £60 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Neath to Folkestone bus arrive?

Neath to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Queensway Q1 station.

Where does the Neath to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neath to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Folkestone is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Neath to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Neath 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 London
best
1. Take the train from Neath to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 38m
£71–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Queensway Q1
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to London Victoria
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
9h 9m
£19–58
Drive 251.1 mi
1. Drive from Neath to Folkestone251.1 mi
4h 17m
£63–91
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 14m
£66–229
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Neath to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to London Heathrow Airport
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
8h 8m
£38–122

Neath to Folkestone by bus

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9h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.5 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath station to Bouverie Road West via Bay Campus, Queensway Q1, and London Victoria in around 9h 9m.

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