The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Folkestone
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Folkestone will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Folkestone on Sun, Dec 21, 5 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 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
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Compare train and bus for London to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Folkestone 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 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 103 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Folkestone bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Folkestone 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 |
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NX007 | Delayed 11:20 AM 9:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:30 PM Folkestone | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | On time 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 3:35 PM Folkestone | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | On time 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 7:40 PM Folkestone | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | On time 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:00 PM Folkestone | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX007 | On time 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 1:40 AM Folkestone | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Folkestone
Buses from London to Folkestone run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 103 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to FolkestoneYou can travel by bus between London to Folkestone with National Express for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Folkestone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Folkestone 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 Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Folkestone, Middelburg Square, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Folkestone
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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