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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Folkestone is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 10h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £70 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Preston to Folkestone?

The distance between Preston and Folkestone is 280 miles. The road distance is 292.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £70 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Preston to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Folkestone bus from?

Preston to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Folkestone train from?

Preston to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Preston to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Preston to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Folkestone train arrive?

Preston to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Folkestone is 293 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Preston to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Preston to Folkestone - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 13m
£71–264
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London VictoriaUk030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
10h 45m
£25–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Preston Coach Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)megabus M11
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
8h 23m
£35–98
Drive 291 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Folkestone291 mi
4h 53m
£73–106
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 6m
£84–289
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
7h 29m
£218–467
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
7h 56m
£115–268
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 57m
£112–356

Preston to Folkestone by train and foot

93Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.1 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria in around 10h 45m.

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