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17:207h20Brighton0:40Folkestone£221One-way0 changes- 17:277h13Brighton0:40Folkestone£241One-way0 changes
- 17:277h13Brighton0:40Folkestone£241One-way0 changes
- 17:207h20Brighton0:40Folkestone£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Folkestone
The cheapest option from Brighton to Folkestone is coach, with an average price of £17. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Folkestone among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest option | £38 Average Price |
7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Folkestone coaches for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:27 Brighton | 6h53 | 0:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:27 Brighton | 6h53 | 1:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Folkestone
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Typically, there are 9 buses per day from Brighton to Folkestone, including direct buses, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 21:32. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 7h 6m |
Lowest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 53m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 21:32 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Brighton to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Folkestone by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Folkestone
Most Brighton to Folkestone buses use the Brighton, Preston Circus to Folkestone, Middelburg Square station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Folkestone bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Brighton, Preston Circus from Brighton city centre
Getting to Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station from Brighton city centre
Getting to Brighton, Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Getting to Folkestone, Middelburg Square from Folkestone city centre
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