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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Folkestone is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £60 - £130 and takes 13h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Folkestone is to fly and train which takes 4h 28m and costs £100 - £370.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Scotland to Folkestone?

The distance between Scotland and Folkestone is 471 miles. The road distance is 463.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £120 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Scotland to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Folkestone bus from?

Scotland to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Folkestone train from?

Scotland to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Scotland to Folkestone is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £120 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £130 and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Scotland to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scotland to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Folkestone is 463 miles. It takes approximately 7h 40m to drive from Scotland to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Scotland to Folkestone - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
6h 24m
£125–275
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 58m
£57–187
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
12h 35m
£76–127
Drive 460.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Folkestonecar 460.4 mi
7h 40m
£113–164
Fly Glasgow Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 28m
£106–368
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
13h 20m
£61–129
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 45m
£116–352
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 15m
£64–192
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 9m
£85–210
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 26m
£96–214

Scotland to Folkestone by train and foot

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Distance: 468.5 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Scotland and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 12h 35m.

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