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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Folkestone is to bus which costs £14 - £50 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Queensway Q1 and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Newport to Folkestone?

The distance between Newport and Folkestone is 206 miles. The road distance is 206.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 39m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Newport to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Folkestone bus from?

Newport to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Newport to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Newport to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 39m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £50 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Newport to Folkestone bus arrive?

Newport to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Newport to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newport to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Folkestone is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Newport to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Newport 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 Newport (S Wales) to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 39m
£70–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
7h 5m
£15–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to London Heathrow AirportUk940 / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h 17m
£28–79
Drive 205.6 mi
1. Drive from Newport to Folkestone205.6 mi
3h 27m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 13m
£64–171

Newport to Folkestone by train and subway

93Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.1 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensway Q1 to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria in around 7h 5m.

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