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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Folkestone is to bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Poole to Folkestone?

The distance between Poole and Folkestone is 187 miles. The road distance is 167.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 9m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Poole to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Folkestone bus from?

Poole to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Folkestone train from?

Poole to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Poole to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 9m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Poole to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Folkestone train arrive?

Poole to Folkestone train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Folkestone is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Poole to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Poole to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 10 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 9m
£78–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
7h 55m
£26–51
Drive 166.3 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Folkestonecar 166.3 mi
3h 1m
£41–60
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 39m
£76–150
Train, line 10 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
4. Take the bus from Ashford International station to East Kent Collegebus 10
8h 24m
£68–120

Poole to Folkestone by bus

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Folkestone Central via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 55m.

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