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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Folkestone is to bus via London which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Bournemouth Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Swanage to Folkestone?

The distance between Swanage and Folkestone is 205 miles. The road distance is 183.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Swanage to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Folkestone bus from?

Swanage to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Train or bus from Swanage to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Swanage to Folkestone is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Swanage to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Folkestone is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Swanage to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1194+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Swanage to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Swanage 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
best
1. Take the train from Wareham to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 24m
£89–190
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
9h 58m
£31–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 30m
£42–58
Drive 182.8 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Folkestonecar 182.8 mi
3h 20m
£45–65
Line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 39m
£82–167

Swanage to Folkestone by bus, train, subway, and foot

123Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.2 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Folkestone Central via Wareham Station, Wareham, London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via Bournemouth Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 30m.

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