What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone is to bus which costs £18 - £75 and takes 9h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Sophia Gardens and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Folkestone?

The distance between Port Talbot and Folkestone is 250 miles. The road distance is 246.9 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Folkestone bus from?

Port Talbot to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £75 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Folkestone bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Folkestone is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Port Talbot to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Folkestone?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 17m
£59–264
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 509 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 1m
£19–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
8h 24m
£31–106
Drive 245.5 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Folkestonecar 245.5 mi
4h 8m
£61–88
Train
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 5m
£64–279

Port Talbot to Folkestone by bus and train

42Weekly Services

8h 24mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.9 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Bouverie Road West via Sophia Gardens, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 1m.

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