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Compare all timetables for the bus from Folkestone to Birmingham

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Folkestone to Birmingham from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£16
tomorrow
Tuesday
£14
Wednesday
Thursday
£12
Friday
Saturday
£14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 05:30 Folkestone Bus station 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 7h 10m 17:10 Folkestone Bus station 00:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 7h 20m 13:50 Folkestone Bus station 21:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 6h 55m 08:20 Folkestone Bus station 15:15 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 7h 40m 13:50 Folkestone Bus station 21:30 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Birmingham via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 45m
      0
      04:50
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      07:30
      London
      Lewisham Rail Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      08:10
      London
      Golders Green Coach Station
      10:35
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 20m 04:50 Folkestone Bus station 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 7h 10m 14:10 Folkestone Bus station 21:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 8h 15m 09:35 Folkestone Bus station 17:50 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 6h 35m 18:10 Folkestone Bus station 00:45 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Folkestone Bus station 21:40 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Birmingham via London, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 35m
      0
      14:10
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      16:45
      London
      Walworth
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 35m
      0
      17:10
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      19:45
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 10m 14:10 Folkestone Bus station 21:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 30m 14:10 Folkestone Bus station 21:40 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £15
National Express 7h 20m 04:50 Folkestone Bus station 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 6h 35m 18:10 Folkestone Bus station 00:45 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 8h 15m 09:35 Folkestone Bus station 17:50 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Birmingham via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      04:50
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      08:05
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      08:15
      London
      Golders Green Coach Station
      10:40
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 0h 45m 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 05:30 Folkestone Bus station 12:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 7h 20m 13:50 Folkestone Bus station 21:10 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 7h 10m 17:10 Folkestone Bus station 00:20 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 7h 40m 13:50 Folkestone Bus station 21:30 Birmingham Bearwood  Economy £15
National Express 6h 55m 08:20 Folkestone Bus station 15:15 Birmingham Coach Station  Economy £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Birmingham via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 50m
      0
      04:50
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      08:05
      London
      Elephant and Castle
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 25m
      0
      08:15
      London
      Golders Green Coach Station
      10:40
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
    Travel Time is 0h 50m shorter, and you will save £3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Folkestone to Birmingham is £12 on 26/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Folkestone and Birmingham

See here how frequent the connections between Folkestone and Birmingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Folkestone to Birmingham. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Folkestone and Birmingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 coaches from Folkestone to Birmingham, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Folkestone and Birmingham, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Folkestone to Birmingham

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Folkestone to Birmingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Folkestone to Birmingham starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 6h 35m
Earliest Coach 05:30
Latest Coach 17:10
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 262.1 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Folkestone to Birmingham

Every day, 5 buses from 1 coach companies leave Folkestone for Birmingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/02/2026 and for the following days.

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

The cheapest time to travel from Folkestone to Birmingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Folkestone to Birmingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Folkestone to Birmingham. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Folkestone to Birmingham, with £12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £15.

How to save money travelling from Folkestone to Birmingham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Folkestone to Birmingham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Folkestone to Birmingham, 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 Folkestone to Birmingham are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Folkestone to Birmingham

These are the most booked bus companies between Folkestone to Birmingham from our users.

National Express from Folkestone to Birmingham

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 6h 35m
Earliest Coach 05:30
Last Coach 17:10
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 29/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Folkestone and Birmingham

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Folkestone and Birmingham.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Folkestone to Birmingham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Folkestone to Birmingham? Or which bus companies serve the route Folkestone to Birmingham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Folkestone to Birmingham bus

How much does a Folkestone - Birmingham coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Folkestone - Birmingham bus trip is available from £12 and takes 7h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Folkestone to Birmingham is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £20. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Folkestone to Birmingham is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Birmingham from Folkestone take?

The quickest coach from Folkestone to Birmingham is provided by National Express and takes 6h 35m. 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 Folkestone to Birmingham?

The earliest bus to Birmingham departs from Folkestone at 05:30. 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 Folkestone to Birmingham?

The latest bus to Birmingham departs from Folkestone at 17:10. 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 Folkestone - Birmingham route?

Passengers looking to travel from Folkestone to Birmingham 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 Folkestone and Birmingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Folkestone and Birmingham 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 Birmingham from Folkestone?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Folkestone Birmingham 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 Folkestone Birmingham 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 Folkestone to Birmingham on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Folkestone to Birmingham?

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 5 daily trips between Folkestone and Birmingham. 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 Folkestone to Birmingham?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Folkestone and Birmingham 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 Folkestone to Birmingham

Economy
Economy

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

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