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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
383 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Folkestone will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 1 buses that leave Plymouth for Folkestone every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 383 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 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 coach, train and flight for Plymouth to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £87.
Distance: 383 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price | £84 Average Price |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Folkestone coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:35 Plymouth | 12h00 | 14:35 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Folkestone
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Buses from Plymouth to Folkestone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 383 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 383 km |
Average bus duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Plymouth to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Folkestone with National Express for as low as £52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Plymouth to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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