Folkestone to Liverpool bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Folkestone to Liverpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€21
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€23
Fastest journey on Nov 02
11 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
11 h 48 m
Buses on Nov 02
2
Distance
384 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Folkestone to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Folkestone to Liverpool will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.

Fast buses

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 buses from Folkestone to Liverpool, including 2 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 384 km distance in an average of 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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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    0 transfers
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    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Folkestone to Liverpool

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Buses from Folkestone to Liverpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:43, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 384 km distance in 8h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
384 km
Average bus duration
9h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
8h 50m
First bus
12:43 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Folkestone to Liverpool trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Folkestone to Liverpool.

Cheap coach tickets from Folkestone to Liverpool can start from as little as €24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Folkestone to Liverpool is €40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Folkestone to Liverpool leaves at 12:43 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Folkestone to Liverpool leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 4 coaches a day from Folkestone to Liverpool which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Folkestone to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Liverpool buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express4:50 AM Folkestone
11h40
4:30 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all buses services from Folkestone to Liverpool.
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Bus providers: National Express from Folkestone to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Folkestone to Liverpool with National Express for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
8h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
€24
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Folkestone and Liverpool

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Folkestone to Liverpool, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Folkestone and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Folkestone to Liverpool:
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    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Folkestone to Liverpool for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Folkestone to Liverpool depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Folkestone to Liverpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Folkestone to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Folkestone to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Folkestone to Liverpool.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Folkestone to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Folkestone to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Folkestone to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from Folkestone to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Folkestone and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Folkestone to Liverpool

Most Folkestone to Liverpool buses use the Folkestone, Middelburg Square to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Folkestone
Arrival bus stations in Liverpool

Which Folkestone station do buses to Liverpool leave from?

Buses from Folkestone to Liverpool leave from Folkestone, Middelburg Square. The station is 1 km from Folkestone city centre at Folkestone, Middelburg Square, Folkestone CT20 1AU, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Folkestone, Middelburg Square from Folkestone city centre

Bus17, 91A, 71, 71A, 16, 91, 972, 975, 103, 73, 74 · 4m · €3 · every ~36 min

Folkestone, Middelburg Square bus station facilities and services

Folkestone, Middelburg Square has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Folkestone, Middelburg Square. ATMs are available at Folkestone, Middelburg Square.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Folkestone, Middelburg Square.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Folkestone, Middelburg Square: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone, Middelburg Square: Accessible via ramps and lowered curbs.

Bus stations for Folkestone to Liverpool

Check bus stations information for Folkestone and Liverpool, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Folkestone, Middelburg Square, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, located 1 away from the city centre.

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