Coach Bournemouth to Folkestone from £12

Which bus from Bournemouth to Folkestone is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bournemouth to Folkestone. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£14

tomorrow

£15

Sunday

Monday

£12

Tuesday

Wednesday

£14

Thursday

£13

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 0m	15:00	Bournemouth	University	23:00	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£14	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 15:00:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
National Express	7h 40m	15:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	23:00	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£16	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 15:20:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	6h 25m	19:15	Bournemouth	Train Station	01:40	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£16	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 19:15:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 01:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	6h 50m	05:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	12:30	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 05:40:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	7h 30m	12:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	20:00	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 12:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 25m	19:15	Bournemouth	Train Station	01:40	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£15	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 19:15:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 01:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	7h 40m	15:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	23:00	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£16	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 15:20:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	8h 0m	15:00	Bournemouth	University	23:00	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£16	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 15:00:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
National Express	7h 10m	12:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	19:40	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£20	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 12:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
National Express	6h 20m	06:10	Bournemouth	Train Station	12:30	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 06:10:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 0m	15:00	Bournemouth	University	23:00	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£12	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 15:00:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m
National Express	6h 25m	19:15	Bournemouth	Train Station	01:40	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 19:15:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 01:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	7h 40m	15:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	23:00	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£14	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 15:20:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 23:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
National Express	6h 50m	05:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	12:30	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 05:40:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	6h 45m	08:50	Bournemouth	Train Station	15:35	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 08:50:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 15:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 15m	14:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	21:45	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£14	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 14:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	7h 0m	10:05	Bournemouth	University	17:05	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£14	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 10:05:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
National Express	6h 5m	19:15	Bournemouth	Train Station	01:20	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£15	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 19:15:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 01:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	6h 35m	10:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	17:05	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 10:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	7h 0m	05:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	12:30	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 05:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	6h 5m	19:15	Bournemouth	Train Station	01:20	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 19:15:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 01:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	7h 15m	14:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	21:45	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£15	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 14:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
National Express	7h 0m	10:05	Bournemouth	University	17:05	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£16	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 10:05:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
National Express	6h 35m	10:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	17:05	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 10:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
National Express	7h 0m	05:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	12:30	Folkestone	Bus station	Economy	£22	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 05:30:00 to Bus station, Folkestone (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bournemouth to Folkestone is £12 on 08/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bournemouth and Folkestone?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bournemouth to Folkestone. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Bournemouth to Folkestone. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Bournemouth and Folkestone.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 14 coaches from Bournemouth to Folkestone, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bournemouth and Folkestone, with 4 offers.

All facts for Bournemouth to Folkestone bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 6 times by bus from Bournemouth to Folkestone in one click. Book your Bournemouth to Folkestone bus ticket starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus	£12
Fastest Bus	6h 5m
Earliest Coach	05:40
Latest Coach	19:15
Daily Bus Connections	6 Ø
Distance	217.6 km
Coach Companies	National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bournemouth to Folkestone?

Every day, 6 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bournemouth for Folkestone. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£14

Saturday 06/12

£16

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

£13

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£14

Thursday 11/12

£13

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

£22

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Bournemouth to Folkestone

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bournemouth to Folkestone, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £12, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bournemouth to Folkestone. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bournemouth to Folkestone, with £12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.

How to save money travelling from Bournemouth to Folkestone

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Bournemouth to Folkestone in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bournemouth to Folkestone, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bournemouth to Folkestone are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Bournemouth to Folkestone?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bournemouth to Folkestone timetable.

National Express from Bournemouth to Folkestone

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Bournemouth to Folkestone:

Cheapest Price	£12
Fastest Coach	6h 5m
Earliest Coach	05:40
Last Coach	19:15
Daily Connections	6 Ø
Found on	02/12/2025

In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Bournemouth and Folkestone

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bournemouth and Folkestone. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Central Coach Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Pier

Exeter Road

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Terminal -Calais

Ashford Rd

Middelburg Square

Hawkinge - Tesco

Canterbury Rd

Stop 24

Bouverie Square

Bouverie Square 14

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bournemouth to Folkestone

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bournemouth to Folkestone. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Bournemouth to Folkestone bus

How much does a Bournemouth Folkestone coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bournemouth Folkestone bus trip is available from £12 and takes 8h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bournemouth to Folkestone?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £47. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Folkestone.

How many connections are available for the Bournemouth Folkestone route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bournemouth to Folkestone is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Folkestone from Bournemouth take?

The quickest coach from Bournemouth to Folkestone is provided by National Express and takes 6h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bournemouth to Folkestone?

The earliest bus to Folkestone departs from Bournemouth at 05:40. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Bournemouth to Folkestone?

The latest bus to Folkestone departs from Bournemouth at 19:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Bournemouth Folkestone route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bournemouth to Folkestone can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Folkestone?

You can check all the direct connections between Bournemouth and Folkestone by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Folkestone from Bournemouth?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bournemouth Folkestone bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bournemouth Folkestone bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bournemouth to Folkestone on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bournemouth to Folkestone

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bournemouth and to Folkestone

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bournemouth and to Folkestone. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!