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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Folkestone is to bus which costs £17 - £20 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Folkestone station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Folkestone Central station via Pencester Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Folkestone?

The distance between Sheffield and Folkestone is 235 miles. The road distance is 232.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Sheffield to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Folkestone bus from?

Sheffield to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E3 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Folkestone train from?

Sheffield to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £20 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Sheffield to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Folkestone train arrive?

Sheffield to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Folkestone is 232 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Sheffield to Folkestone.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Sheffield to Folkestone - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Sheffield to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 43m
£52–196
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E3 to London VictoriaUk003 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
8h
£15–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield to DoverMichalovce
7h 39m
£17–20
Drive 231 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Folkestone231 mi
3h 56m
£57–82
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
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
5h 48m
£87–293
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Leeds
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to London City Airport (LCY)LBA - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
7h 31m
£215–573
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
7h 13m
£210–451

Sheffield to Folkestone by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233.6 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Sheffield to Dover 4 times a week. Tickets cost £17–20 and the journey takes 6h 47m.

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