The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lille to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lille to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Folkestone will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lille for Folkestone 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 141 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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, coach and ferry for Lille to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lille to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £157.
Distance: 141 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £157 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lille to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Folkestone coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 Lille | 4h10 | 16:55 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lille to Folkestone by train, coach or ferry
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Why should you book Lille to Folkestone coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Infobus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Sindbad to find the best option for your trip from Lille to Folkestone.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Infobus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lille to Folkestone.
Why book with Omio over Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Official reseller: Infobus tickets can only be bought on Omio or Infobus's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Infobus tickets. Busbud or Checkmybus do not sell Infobus tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Lille to Folkestone.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lille to Folkestone
Buses from Lille to Folkestone run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £19 by ferry.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:40, the last at 18:40. The fastest coach covers the 141 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 141 km |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 07:40 |
Last bus 18:40 |
Bus providers: Infobus, Sindbad from Lille to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between Lille to Folkestone with Infobus, Sindbad for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Sindbad
FAQs: Lille to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Sindbad
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Sindbad
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Sindbad
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Sindbad
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Sindbad
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require prior arrangement.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Folkestone
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Express (in the station)
- Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 18, 50 Metro: 2 Train: TGV, TER
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