The cheapest and fastest coaches from Folkestone to Leeds
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Folkestone to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Leeds will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 buses that leave Folkestone for Leeds 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 354 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 5 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.
13:408h25Folkestone22:05Leeds£271One-way0 changes
16:1012h05Folkestone4:15Leeds£411One-way0 changes
13:408h25Folkestone22:05Leeds£271One-way0 changes
16:1012h05Folkestone4:15Leeds£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Folkestone to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 354 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Folkestone to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Leeds coaches for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:40 Folkestone | 8h25 | 22:05 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:10 Folkestone | 12h05 | 4:15 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Folkestone to Leeds by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Folkestone to Leeds
Buses from Folkestone to Leeds run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 18:10. The fastest coach covers the 354 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 354 km |
Average bus duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 18:10 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Folkestone to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Folkestone to Leeds with National Express for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Folkestone to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Leeds 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 Leeds, 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.
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