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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Folkestone is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Retford to Folkestone?

The distance between Retford and Folkestone is 209 miles. The road distance is 210 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Retford to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Folkestone train from?

Retford to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Where does the Retford to Folkestone train arrive?

Retford to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Retford to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Folkestone is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Retford to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1192+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Retford to Folkestone - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Retford to Folkestone by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 5m
£33–172
Drive 208.8 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Folkestonecar 208.8 mi
3h 29m
£52–74
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 54m

Retford to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 207.8 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 5m.

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