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Three ways to Travel from Leicester to Folkestone

Composite routes from Leicester to Folkestone

Cheapest
2 h 59 min
Car
285 km.
from $15
Other
3 h 17 min
Bus
314 km.
from €16.12
2 h 59 min
Rideshare
285 km.
from $10.84

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leicester St Margarets bus station to London
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Victoria to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Folkestone is to bus which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margarets bus station and arriving at Folkestone via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Leicester to Folkestone?

The distance between Leicester and Folkestone is 271 km. The road distance is 284.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Leicester to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Folkestone bus from?

Leicester to Folkestone bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margarets bus station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Folkestone train from?

Leicester to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Leicester to Folkestone is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Leicester to Folkestone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Folkestone train arrive?

Leicester to Folkestone train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Folkestone is 285 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Leicester to Folkestone.

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

Book your Leicester to Folkestone train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Folkestone?

Book your Leicester to Folkestone bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Folkestone. Prices start at $54.38 per night.
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