The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
44 m
Buses per day
5
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 £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 buses that leave Canterbury for Folkestone every day 5 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 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.
NX00719:100h50Canterbury, University Of Kent20:00Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX00722:150h45Canterbury, University Of Kent23:00Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX0071:030h37Canterbury, University Of Kent1:40Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX00711:450h45Canterbury, University Of Kent12:30Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX00714:500h45Canterbury, University Of Kent15:35Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX0071:030h37Canterbury, University Of Kent1:40Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX00722:150h45Canterbury, University Of Kent23:00Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX00711:450h45Canterbury, University Of Kent12:30Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX00714:500h45Canterbury, University Of Kent15:35Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
NX00719:100h50Canterbury, University Of Kent20:00Folkestone, Middelburg Square£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Canterbury to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train 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 28m. 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 £4.
Distance: 23 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 today, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:30 Canterbury | 0h30 | 23:00 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 20 April | |||||
NX007 | 1:03 Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0h37 | 1:40 Folkestone, Middelburg Square | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Folkestone
Buses from Canterbury to Folkestone run on average 10 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 23 km distance in 30m.
Distance 23 km |
Average bus duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
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 £4. 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Folkestone
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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