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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Folkestone will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 4 buses that leave Canterbury for Folkestone every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 23 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 35 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 coach and train for Canterbury to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Canterbury to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Folkestone coaches for tomorrow, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:15 Canterbury | 0h25 | 00:40 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:05 Canterbury | 0h30 | 14:35 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:10 Canterbury | 0h35 | 20:45 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:30 Canterbury | 0h30 | 22:00 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Folkestone
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Buses from Canterbury to Folkestone run on average 8 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 23 km distance in 25m.
Distance 23 km |
Average bus duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South East from Canterbury to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Folkestone with National Express, Stagecoach South East for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Canterbury to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Canterbury, St. Georges Lane, which is located around 0.4 miles (691 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Folkestone, Middelburg Square, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Folkestone
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- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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