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

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to Folkestone is to Catamaran and train via Royal Tunbridge Wells which costs £75 - £170 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to Folkestone is to Catamaran and train which takes 6h 19m and costs £90 - £200.

How far is it from Shanklin to Folkestone?

The distance between Shanklin and Folkestone is 172 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shanklin to Folkestone without a car is to Catamaran and train which takes 6h 19m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Shanklin to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1227+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Shanklin to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, Catamaran, ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Shanklin to Folkestone by ferry, train, bus, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Catamaran, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouthferry
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Horshamtrain
3. Take the train from Horsham to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 19m
£92–193
Catamaran, train via Royal Tunbridge Wells
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouthferry
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Redhilltrain
3. Take the train from Tonbridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 58m
£76–164
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverportferry
2. Take the train from Fratton to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 54m
£80–157
Catamaran, fly, train
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouthferry
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane SOU - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
9h 36m
£105–353

Shanklin to Folkestone by bus, ferry, taxi, and train

32Weekly Services

8h 54mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shanklin to Folkestone.

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to Folkestone. However, you can take the train to Ryde Pier Head, walk to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, take the ferry to Portsmouth, walk to Portsmouth Harbour, take the train to Horsham, take the train to London St Pancras Intl, then take the train to Folkestone Central. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shanklin Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via Transport Interchange, Ryde Hoverport, Southsea Hoverport, Fratton, Clapham Junction, New Cross Gate, and New Cross Gate Station in around 8h 54m.

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