The cheapest and fastest coaches from Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Folkestone for Stoke-on-Trent 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 314 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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 train and coach for Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £127.
Distance: 314 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:10 Folkestone | 11h45 | 04:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 18:53. The fastest coach covers the 314 km distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 314 km |
Average bus duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 18:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Folkestone to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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