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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Folkestone is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Folkestone is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Bouverie Road West via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Folkestone Central via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Swindon to Folkestone?

The distance between Swindon and Folkestone is 150 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Swindon to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Folkestone bus from?

Swindon to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Swindon to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Swindon to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Folkestone is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Swindon to Folkestone.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 44m
£44–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
6h 35m
£25–50
Drive 149.6 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Folkestonecar 149.6 mi
2h 32m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
3h 32m
£49–162
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 37m
£72–142

Swindon to Folkestone by train and subway

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.2 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Bouverie Road West via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 35m.

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