London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

Showing times and prices for 19 Jun

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

2 h 40 m

Average duration

2 h 53 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

102 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 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.

  • National Express
    23:002h40
    London Victoria (VIC)
    1:40Folkestone Central (FKC)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    11:303h05
    London Victoria (VIC)
    14:35Folkestone Central (FKC)
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 102 km

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£10

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Cheapest

£25

Average Price

3h 31m

Average total duration

3h 1m

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Additional time*

2h 11m

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1h 41m

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Live departures

London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express22:30 London Victoria (VIC)
2h50
1:20 Folkestone Central (FKC)0 changesdirect
Friday 19 June
National Express11:30 London Victoria (VIC)
3h05
14:35 Folkestone Central (FKC)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 102 km distance in 2h 40m.

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
102 km
Average bus duration
3h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
2h 40m
First bus
11:30
Last bus
23:00
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC)You can travel by bus between London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) with National Express for as low as £7. 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
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
8 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.
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FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 Central (FKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is 2h 40m to travel the 102 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) leaves at 11:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) leaves at 23:00.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Folkestone Central (FKC). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Victoria (VIC) and Folkestone Central (FKC) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Folkestone Central (FKC) from London Victoria (VIC) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Victoria (VIC) and Folkestone Central (FKC) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) with the following coach company: National Express.

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