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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Folkestone will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Folkestone every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 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 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.
NX0079:303h00London, Victoria Coach Station12:30Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes- NX00720:003h00London, Victoria Coach Station23:00Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes
- NX00712:303h05London, Victoria Coach Station15:35Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes
- NX00723:002h40London, Victoria Coach Station1:40Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes
- NX00716:303h10London, Victoria Coach Station19:40Folkestone, Middelburg Square£251One-way0 changes
- NX00723:002h40London, Victoria Coach Station1:40Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes
- NX0079:303h00London, Victoria Coach Station12:30Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes
- NX00720:003h00London, Victoria Coach Station23:00Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes
- NX00712:303h05London, Victoria Coach Station15:35Folkestone, Middelburg Square£241One-way0 changes
- NX00716:303h10London, Victoria Coach Station19:40Folkestone, Middelburg Square£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 103 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
London to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Folkestone coaches for today, Saturday 18 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX007 | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:30 Folkestone, Middelburg Square | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 15:35 Folkestone, Middelburg Square | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 19:40 Folkestone, Middelburg Square | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 23:00 Folkestone, Middelburg Square | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX007 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 1:40 Folkestone, Middelburg Square | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Folkestone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Folkestone run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 103 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: National Express from London to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between London to Folkestone with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from London to Folkestone: Journey Details
National Express runs a daily service between London and Folkestone. The firm offers four daily buses from London to Folkestone, with the earliest departing at 11 a.m. and the last bus leaving Victoria Coach Station just before midnight. All buses travel directly to their destination, and the journey takes around 2 hours 30 minutes. There is a regular service every day of the week, with no peak time charges.
Taking the Bus from London
All National Express buses from London to Folkestone depart from London Victoria Coach Station, which can be found to the west of the city centre, not far from the Houses of Parliament. To get there, catch the Victoria Line from southern or northern districts, take buses like the 73 from the West End, or use the overground to Victoria Station. There are a number of night buses that run to the station for the later departures.
Getting into Folkestone by Bus
For over a century, Folkestone has been a leading Kentish resort, with sandy beach, entertainment options and beautiful coastal walks in the nearby area. It's also a gateway to Europe via passenger ferries. All buses from London to Folkestone arrive at the town's main Bus Station in Middelburg Square, just to the south of the city centre. Shopping areas are a 5-minute walk to the west, while Folkestone harbour is ten minutes' walk to the east, as is the waterfront. Buses 16 and 10 also provide access to locations on the coast, while the town's railway station is located close to the bus terminus as well.
FAQs: London to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Folkestone
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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