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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Folkestone is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Stroud to Folkestone?

The distance between Stroud and Folkestone is 175 miles. The road distance is 177.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Stroud to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Folkestone bus from?

Stroud to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Merrywalks station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Folkestone train from?

Stroud to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Stroud (Glos) station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Stroud to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Stroud to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stroud to Folkestone train arrive?

Stroud to Folkestone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Folkestone is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Stroud to Folkestone.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to London PaddingtonCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 12m
£46–173
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London VictoriaUk044
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
7h 47m
£27–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals401
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
7h 40m
£28–61
Drive 176.2 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Folkestone176.2 mi
3h
£43–63
Train
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to London PaddingtonCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h
£45–178

Stroud to Folkestone by train and subway

95Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 40m.

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