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Which bus from Bristol to Folkestone is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bristol 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.

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tomorrow
£11
Tuesday
£11
Wednesday
£11
Thursday
£11
Friday
£11
Saturday
£11

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 08:20 Bristol Coach Station 15:35 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 0m 16:00 Bristol Coach Station 23:00 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 40m 19:00 Bristol Coach Station 01:40 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 48m 07:47 Bristol Black Boy Hill 15:35 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 46m 07:49 Bristol Clifton Down 15:35 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Folkestone via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 45m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      18:30
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      21:45
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 05:15 Bristol Coach Station 12:30 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 5m 10:00 Bristol Coach Station 17:05 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 45m 14:00 Bristol Coach Station 21:45 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 20m 19:00 Bristol Coach Station 01:20 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 11h 33m 10:12 Bristol Black Boy Hill 21:45 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Folkestone via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 45m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      18:30
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      21:45
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 05:15 Bristol Coach Station 12:30 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 20m 19:00 Bristol Coach Station 01:20 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 5m 10:00 Bristol Coach Station 17:05 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £13
National Express 7h 45m 14:00 Bristol Coach Station 21:45 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £13
National Express 9h 18m 07:47 Bristol Black Boy Hill 17:05 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Folkestone via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 45m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      18:30
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      21:45
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 05:15 Bristol Coach Station 12:30 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 20m 19:00 Bristol Coach Station 01:20 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 9h 18m 07:47 Bristol Black Boy Hill 17:05 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 9h 16m 07:49 Bristol Clifton Down 17:05 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 9h 10m 07:55 Bristol University Queens Rd 17:05 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Folkestone via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 45m
      0
      16:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      18:30
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • National Express
      2h 50m
      0
      18:55
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      21:45
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 50m 05:40 Bristol Coach Station 12:30 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 0m 08:50 Bristol Coach Station 15:50 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 55m 16:05 Bristol Coach Station 23:00 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 5m 19:35 Bristol Coach Station 01:40 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 8h 28m 07:22 Bristol Black Boy Hill 15:50 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Folkestone via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      17:55
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      20:10
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 40m
      0
      20:20
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      23:00
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 16:20 Bristol Coach Station 23:00 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 5m 19:35 Bristol Coach Station 01:40 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 8h 18m 14:42 Bristol Black Boy Hill 23:00 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 38m 19:02 Bristol Black Boy Hill 01:40 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
National Express 8h 16m 14:44 Bristol Clifton Down 23:00 Folkestone Bus station  Economy £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Folkestone via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 5m
      0
      17:55
      Bristol
      Coldharbour Lane
      20:10
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 40m
      0
      20:20
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      23:00
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £1

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bristol to Folkestone is £11 on 15/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bristol 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.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily coaches from Bristol to Folkestone. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Bristol and Folkestone.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 43 coaches from Bristol to Folkestone, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Folkestone, with 5 offers.

All facts for Bristol to Folkestone bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 12 times by bus from Bristol to Folkestone in one click. Book your Bristol to Folkestone bus ticket starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus £11
Fastest Bus 6h 5m
Earliest Coach 05:15
Latest Coach 19:35
Daily Bus Connections 12 Ø
Distance 264.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bristol to Folkestone?

Every day, 12 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bristol for Folkestone. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
Saturday 31/10
Sunday 01/11
Monday 02/11
£11
Tuesday 03/11
£11
Wednesday 04/11
£13
Thursday 05/11
£11
Friday 06/11
£11
Saturday 07/11
£11
Sunday 08/11
£11
Monday 09/11
£11
Tuesday 10/11
£13
Wednesday 11/11
£11
Thursday 12/11
£12
Friday 13/11
Saturday 14/11
£11
Sunday 15/11
£11
Monday 16/11
£11
Tuesday 17/11
£11
Wednesday 18/11
£11
Thursday 19/11
£11
Friday 20/11
£11
Saturday 21/11
£11
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Folkestone

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Folkestone, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £11, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bristol to Folkestone. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £11.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Folkestone, with £11. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £11.

How to save money travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Folkestone are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

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

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

National Express from Bristol to Folkestone

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 6h 5m
Earliest Coach 05:15
Last Coach 19:35
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 08/10/2026
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 Bristol and Folkestone

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bristol to Folkestone? Compare all modes of transports from Bristol to Folkestone.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bristol 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 Bristol to Folkestone bus

How much does a Bristol Folkestone coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bristol Folkestone bus trip is available from £11 and takes 7h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £16. 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 Bristol Folkestone route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bristol to Folkestone is offered by roughly 12 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Folkestone from Bristol take?

The quickest coach from Bristol to Folkestone is provided by National Express and takes 6h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £11. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Folkestone?

The earliest bus to Folkestone departs from Bristol at 05:15. 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 Bristol to Folkestone?

The latest bus to Folkestone departs from Bristol at 19:35. 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 Bristol Folkestone route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bristol 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 Bristol and Folkestone?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol 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 Bristol?

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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Folkestone on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bristol to Folkestone?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 12 daily trips between Bristol and Folkestone. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bristol to Folkestone?

Prices and availability for 12 trips between Bristol and Folkestone change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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