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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Folkestone will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 buses that leave Luton for Folkestone 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 142 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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 and coach for Luton to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 142 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Luton to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Folkestone coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:50 Luton | 5h30 | 00:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:25 Luton | 4h55 | 00:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| 05:40 Luton | 5h50 | 11:30 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Folkestone
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Buses from Luton to Folkestone run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 22:01. The fastest coach covers the 142 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 142 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 22:01 |
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between Luton to Folkestone with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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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