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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Folkestone is to train via Exeter St Davids which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Folkestone is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Folkestone Central via Newton Abbot, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Torquay to Folkestone?

The distance between Torquay and Folkestone is 274 miles. The road distance is 257.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Torquay to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Folkestone train from?

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

Where does the Torquay to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Folkestone is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Torquay to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Torquay to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Torquay to Folkestone by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 27m
£91–200
Train via Exeter St Davids
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterloo
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Folkestone Central
7h 28m
£40–107
Drive 256.2 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Folkestone256.2 mi
4h 20m
£64–92
Train via Cary Parade
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to London PaddingtonTotnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
6h 39m
£85–194

Torquay to Folkestone by train and subway

93Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.9 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Folkestone Central via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 27m.

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