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

The cheapest way to get from Walsall to Folkestone is to bus which costs £29 - £65 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walsall to Folkestone is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Walsall and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Walsall to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Hatherton Rd and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Newhall St and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Walsall and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Walsall and arriving at Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Walsall to Folkestone?

The distance between Walsall and Folkestone is 195 miles. The road distance is 198.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walsall to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Walsall to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Folkestone bus from?

Walsall to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall St station.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Folkestone train from?

Walsall to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Walsall to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Walsall to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Walsall to Folkestone bus arrive?

Walsall to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Walsall to Folkestone train arrive?

Walsall to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Walsall to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Walsall to Folkestone is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Walsall to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Walsall to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Walsall to Folkestone by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 46m
£74–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to London Victoriabus Uk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
8h 26m
£29–63
Drive 197 mi
1. Drive from Walsall to Folkestonecar 197 mi
3h 19m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to London Marylebonetrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
5h 44m
£84–170

Walsall to Folkestone by train and foot

122Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Walsall to Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hatherton Rd to Bouverie Road West via Old Square, Newhall St, and London Victoria in around 8h 26m.

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