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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Folkestone is to bus which costs £14 - £18 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at The Cube via Birmingham and Pencester Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Folkestone Central via Baker Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Solihull to Folkestone?

The distance between Solihull and Folkestone is 177 miles. The road distance is 185.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Solihull to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Folkestone bus from?

Solihull to Folkestone bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Birmingham station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Folkestone train from?

Solihull to Folkestone train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from Solihull station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Solihull to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £18 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Solihull to Folkestone bus arrive?

Solihull to Folkestone bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Dover station.

Where does the Solihull to Folkestone train arrive?

Solihull to Folkestone train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at London Marylebone station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Folkestone is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Solihull to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Solihull to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Solihull to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Solihull to London MaryleboneBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 58m
£41–219
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham to DoverMichalovce
7h 19m
£14–18
Drive 184.3 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Folkestone184.3 mi
3h 8m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Solihull to London MaryleboneBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 36m
£42–204
Bus via London
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to London VictoriaUk024 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
8h 17m
£16–61

Solihull to Folkestone by train, foot, and subway

56Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Folkestone Central via London Marylebone, Baker Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Birmingham to Dover 4 times a week. Tickets cost £12–15 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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