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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Folkestone to Canterbury
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
36 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Folkestone to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Canterbury will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 8 buses that leave Folkestone for Canterbury on Sun, Dec 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 23 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 45 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Folkestone to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price |
1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Folkestone to Canterbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Canterbury buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 PM Folkestone | 0h30 | 1:20 PM Canterbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:10 PM Folkestone | 0h35 | 4:45 PM Canterbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| NX007 | 5:30 AM Folkestone | 0h35 | 6:05 AM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 5:30 AM Folkestone | 0h47 | 6:17 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 8:20 AM Folkestone | 0h50 | 9:10 AM Canterbury, University Of Kent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX007 | 8:20 AM Folkestone | 0h35 | 8:55 AM Canterbury, St. Georges Lane | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Folkestone to Canterbury
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Buses from Folkestone to Canterbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:07. The fastest bus covers the 23 km distance in 30m.
Distance 23 km |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:07 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South East from Folkestone to CanterburyYou can travel by bus between Folkestone to Canterbury with National Express, Stagecoach South East for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Folkestone to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Canterbury by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Folkestone, Middelburg Square, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Canterbury, St. Georges Lane, located 0.4 miles (691 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Folkestone to Canterbury
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
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