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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from London to Folkestone from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
from £7
tomorrow
from £6
Tuesday
from £5
Wednesday
from £6
Thursday
from £6
Friday
from £6
Saturday
from £5

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    23:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    23:15
    London
    Elephant and Castle
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    23:20
    London
    Walworth
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 11m
    0
    23:29
    London
    New Cross Gate
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    23:40
    London
    Lewisham Rail Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £7

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    23:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    23:15
    London
    Elephant and Castle
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    23:20
    London
    Walworth
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 11m
    0
    23:29
    London
    New Cross Gate
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    23:40
    London
    Lewisham Rail Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    1h 55m
    0
    23:25
    London
    Eltham
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    22:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 30m
    0
    22:50
    London
    Elephant and Castle
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:55
    London
    Walworth
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    23:05
    London
    New Cross Gate
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    22:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 30m
    0
    22:50
    London
    Elephant and Castle
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:55
    London
    Walworth
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    23:05
    London
    New Cross Gate
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 5m
    0
    23:15
    London
    Lewisham Rail Station
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 50m
    0
    22:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 30m
    0
    22:50
    London
    Elephant and Castle
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:55
    London
    Walworth
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 15m
    0
    23:05
    London
    New Cross Gate
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 5m
    0
    23:15
    London
    Lewisham Rail Station
    01:20
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    23:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    23:15
    London
    Elephant and Castle
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    23:20
    London
    Walworth
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 11m
    0
    23:29
    London
    New Cross Gate
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    23:40
    London
    Lewisham Rail Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 40m
    0
    23:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    23:15
    London
    Elephant and Castle
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    2h 20m
    0
    23:20
    London
    Walworth
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    2h 11m
    0
    23:29
    London
    New Cross Gate
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    2h 0m
    0
    23:40
    London
    Lewisham Rail Station
    01:40
    Folkestone
    Bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5

Frequency of bus connections between London and Folkestone

See here how frequent the connections between London and Folkestone are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 30 daily coaches from London to Folkestone. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 24 daily coaches between London and Folkestone.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 84 coaches from London to Folkestone, while Morning sees the fewest connections between London and Folkestone, with 42 offers.

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Facts about coaches from London to Folkestone

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 27 times every day by bus from London to Folkestone in one click! Book your bus ticket from London to Folkestone starting from £5!

Cheapest Bus £5
Fastest Bus 1h 50m
Earliest Coach 09:30
Latest Coach 23:50
Daily Bus Connections 27 Ø
Distance 101.9 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from London to Folkestone

Every day, 27 buses from 1 coach companies leave London for Folkestone: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 23/06/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/06
Tuesday 17/06
Wednesday 18/06
Thursday 19/06
Friday 20/06
Saturday 21/06
Sunday 22/06
£7
Monday 23/06
£6
Tuesday 24/06
£5
Wednesday 25/06
£6
Thursday 26/06
£6
Friday 27/06
£6
Saturday 28/06
£5
Sunday 29/06
£6
Monday 30/06
£5
Tuesday 01/07
£5
Wednesday 02/07
£5
Thursday 03/07
£6
Friday 04/07
£5
Saturday 05/07
Sunday 06/07
£6
Monday 07/07
£5
Tuesday 08/07
Wednesday 09/07
£5
Thursday 10/07
£6
Friday 11/07
£9
Saturday 12/07
£5
Sunday 13/07

The cheapest time to travel from London to Folkestone

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London to Folkestone, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £5, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from London to Folkestone. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £7.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London to Folkestone, with £5. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £7.

How to save money travelling from London to Folkestone

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 London 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 bus from London 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 London to Folkestone are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London to Folkestone

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

National Express from London to Folkestone

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 1h 50m
Earliest Coach 09:30
Last Coach 23:50
Daily Connections 27 Ø
Found on 21/06/2025

All bus stations and stops in London and Folkestone

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

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 London to Folkestone? Compare all modes of transports from London to Folkestone.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London to Folkestone

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

FAQs about the London to Folkestone bus

How much does a London - Folkestone coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the London - Folkestone bus trip is available from £5 and takes 1h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection London to Folkestone is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £21. 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 London - Folkestone route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London to Folkestone is offered by roughly 27 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Folkestone from London take?

The quickest coach from London to Folkestone is provided by National Express and takes 1h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £7. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London to Folkestone?

The earliest bus to Folkestone departs from London at 09:30. 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 London to Folkestone?

The latest bus to Folkestone departs from London at 23:50. 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 London - Folkestone route?

Passengers looking to travel from London 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 London and Folkestone?

You can check all the direct connections between London 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 London?

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 London 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 London 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 London to Folkestone on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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