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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Folkestone to Gillingham
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Folkestone to Gillingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Gillingham will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Folkestone for Gillingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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.
13:401h25Folkestone15:05Gillingham£141One-way0 changes
- 13:401h25Folkestone15:05Gillingham£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Folkestone to Gillingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Gillingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 56 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Folkestone to Gillingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Gillingham coaches for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:40 Folkestone | 1h25 | 15:05 Gillingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Folkestone to Gillingham
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Buses from Folkestone to Gillingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 22:58. The fastest coach covers the 56 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 56 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Folkestone to Gillingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Gillingham 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 Gillingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and Gillingham
Most Folkestone to Gillingham buses use the Folkestone, Middelburg Square to Gillingham, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone and Gillingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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