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Trip Overview

The average bus between London and Folkestone takes 2h 41m and the fastest bus takes 2h 25m. The bus service runs several times per day from London to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 41m
Duration
82 mi
Distance
£18
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

London to Folkestone bus times

Buses run 5 times a day between London and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 9:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from London is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 1:40 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 81.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between London, England and Folkestone, England?

National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Middelburg Square every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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