The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
7 h 13 m
Average duration
7 h 17 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Folkestone will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton for Folkestone every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 13 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 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 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:27 Brighton | 6h53 | 00:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Folkestone
Buses from Brighton to Folkestone run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 21:58. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 53m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 21:58 |
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.

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