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Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £89.
Distance: 384 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Folkestone
Buses from Liverpool to Folkestone run on average 13 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:43, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 384 km distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 384 km |
Average bus duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 00:43 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Liverpool to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Folkestone with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Folkestone
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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