The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Folkestone will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth 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 162 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 51 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.
18:296h51Portsmouth1:20Folkestone£141One-way0 changes
18:296h51Portsmouth1:20Folkestone£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Folkestone coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:29 Portsmouth | 6h51 | 1:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Folkestone
Buses from Portsmouth to Folkestone run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:50, the last at 18:45. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 51m |
First bus 4:50 |
Last bus 18:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Folkestone with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and Folkestone
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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