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Compare train and coach for Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 88 km
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2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
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Buses from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 88 km |
Average bus duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 22:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)You can travel by bus between Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Cheap coach tickets from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is 3 h 5 min to travel the 55 mile long journey, with around there are 9 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) leaves at 14: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
There are 9 coaches a day from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Folkestone Central (FKC) from Eltham (ELW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Folkestone Central (FKC) from Eltham (ELW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel to Folkestone Central (FKC) from Eltham (ELW) 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
No, luggage for the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Eltham (ELW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
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