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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Folkestone is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 20m.

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 20m and costs £60 - £90.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Neath to Folkestone, including transfers.

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.

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 20m 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?

There are 1194+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

There are 4 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 Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 29m
£133–232
Drive 251.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Neath to Folkestonecar 251.1 mi
4h 20m
£62–89
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Neath to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 10m
£69–132
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 15m
£133–232

Neath to Folkestone by train and subway

123Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.5 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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 29m.

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