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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Folkestone is to bus and train which costs £23 - £100 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Folkestone is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £450.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Wigan to Folkestone?

The distance between Wigan and Folkestone is 265 miles. The road distance is 275.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £450.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Wigan to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Folkestone train from?

Wigan to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Wigan to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wigan to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Folkestone is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Wigan to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1171+ hotels available in Folkestone.

Wigan to Folkestone - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Wigan to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to London Eustontrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 45m
£59–444
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
8h 25m
£23–97
Drive 274.3 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Folkestonecar 274.3 mi
4h 39m
£66–96
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain
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 46m
£71–274
Fly Manchester Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 12m
£182–567
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 39m
£84–221
Fly Manchester Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
6h 43m
£98–341

Wigan to Folkestone by train and foot

123Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 45m.

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