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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Folkestone is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 9h 18m.

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 32m and costs £35 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Leeds City Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

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 32m.

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 32m and costs £35 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Wakefield to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Folkestone bus from?

Wakefield to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

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.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Wakefield to Folkestone bus arrive?

Wakefield to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria 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 10m 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?

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Wakefield to Folkestone - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Wakefield to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's CrossLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 32m
£35–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to London VictoriaUk001 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
9h 18m
£20–55
Drive 246.5 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Folkestone246.5 mi
4h 10m
£61–87
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
5h 54m
£89–294
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
4h 33m
£54–217
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
7h 11m
£96–357

Wakefield to Folkestone by train

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bouverie Road West via Leeds City Bus Station and London Victoria in around 9h 18m.

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