The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Folkestone will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £74.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sheffield 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 313 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.
8:3011h10Sheffield19:40Folkestone£741One-way0 changes
8:3011h10Sheffield19:40Folkestone£741One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Sheffield to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 313 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£64 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price |
11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Folkestone coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 Sheffield | 11h10 | 19:40 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Folkestone
Buses from Sheffield to Folkestone run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 313 km distance in 11h 10m.
Distance 313 km |
Average bus duration 11h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 10m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
FAQs: Sheffield to Folkestone coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Folkestone
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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