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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 £90.
Distance: 384 km
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £173 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.
Live departures
Liverpool to Folkestone bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:28
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:10 Liverpool | 13h10 | 00:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:30 Liverpool | 12h50 | 00:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Folkestone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 45m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Liverpool to Folkestone coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Liverpool to Folkestone with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Folkestone.
Cheap coach tickets from Liverpool to Folkestone can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Liverpool to Folkestone is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Liverpool to Folkestone coach travel time is 9 h 35 min for the 237 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Liverpool to Folkestone leaves at 11: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Liverpool to Folkestone leaves at 16: 05.
There are 10 coaches a day from Liverpool to Folkestone which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Liverpool to Folkestone coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Liverpool and Folkestone as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Liverpool to Folkestone by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Folkestone from Liverpool including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone.
No, luggage for the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Liverpool to Folkestone.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Folkestone
Liverpool
Folkestone
The major coach station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place for your trip from Liverpool to Folkestone.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Canning PlaceWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Liverpool, University
Amenities at bus station
Taxisinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Brownlow HillPublic transport options for Liverpool, University
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
Liverpool, Botanic Park
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Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
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Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan
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The major coach station for arrivals in Folkestone is Folkestone, Middelburg Square. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone, Middelburg Square for your trip to Folkestone from Liverpool.
Folkestone, Middelburg Square
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