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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 78 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Dartford to Folkestone, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford to Folkestone:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dartford to Folkestone costing on average £38.
Other travel options to Folkestone take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 7m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£22. The journey takes 1h 8m versus 1h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The most popular day trips by ferry from Folkestone are Calais, Canterbury, Dover, London and Ashford. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Folkestone on Omio.
Calais is a Channel port in northern France, known for its close ties to Britain, wide beach and maritime feel. The city mixes wartime history and lace-making heritage with a seafront made more distinctive by the Dragon de Calais.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
Dover is a historic Kent port known for the White Cliffs and Dover Castle. Its busy harbour, wartime past and chalk coastline give the town a distinctly maritime character.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Ashford is a Kent market town best known for Ashford Designer Outlet and its position near the Kent Downs. The town blends modern shopping and leisure with access to countryside, vineyards and historic villages.
Travel to Folkestone easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dartford to Folkestone.
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford to Folkestone:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dartford to Folkestone costing on average £38.
Other travel options to Folkestone take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 7m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dartford and Folkestone as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
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