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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Folkestone is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Folkestone?

The distance between Wakefield and Folkestone is 246 miles. The road distance is 247.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Wakefield to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Folkestone train from?

Wakefield to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Folkestone train arrive?

Wakefield to Folkestone train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Folkestone is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Wakefield to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1186+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Wakefield to Folkestone - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Folkestone by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 35m
£40–173
Drive 246.5 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Folkestonecar 246.5 mi
4h 13m
£59–85
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
5h 57m
£77–293
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
4h 37m
£45–217
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 11m
£95–358

Wakefield to Folkestone by train

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Folkestone Central via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 35m.

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