Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | London Elephant & Castle | Bus station of Folkestone | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Old Kent Rd | Bus station of Folkestone | No tags | ||||
| Bus | New Cross Gate | Bus station of Folkestone | No tags | ||||
| Bus | London Lewisham | Bus station of Folkestone | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Eltham | Bus station of Folkestone | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Folkestone
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Folkestone. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in London and Folkestone?
Stops in London
- AThe Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
- B26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
- C
Eltham
204 Eltham Rd, London SE9 5LN, UK - D164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- E263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
- F235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
Stops in Folkestone
- AEurotunnel UK Terminal, Folkestone CT18 8XX, UK
- B
Folkestone Zoll
95-97 Dover Rd, Folkestone CT20 1LA, UK - C
Folkestone Bus Stop - Cat Basket
The Cat Basket, Folkestone CT20, UK - D
Stop 24 Service Area Coach Interchange
Junction, 11 M20, Hythe CT21 4BL, UK - E
Folkestone
Cheriton High St, Folkestone CT19, UK
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Customers praise the excellent service provided by a reliable bus company, highlighting comfortable and clean coaches, on-time journeys, and polite drivers. The overall experience is described as good value for money.
National Express London Folkestone recent customer reviews
National coach came on time The driver meet us and took our suitcases after making sure where we were going. The drive felt safe and it was clean and comfortable. The driver was helpful. Arrived on time and the driver let us know when we arrived.
Janet W.
Excellent service. Very comfortable and clean coach and both outward and return journeys were on time and well-driven. A good value for money return trip from London Eltham to Folkestone.
Adrian B.
Driver exceptionally competent and calm when driving, he has been also very polite at all times
Simona T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Folkestone by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Folkestone?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Folkestone start at R 155. The average price for this route is around R 207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from London to Folkestone?
The average bus journey time from London to Folkestone is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 103 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 50m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Folkestone route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Folkestone?
The earliest bus departs from London to Folkestone at 09:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Folkestone?
A bus trip from London to Folkestone produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Folkestone was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 121To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Folkestone as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 121 to R 548 for a bus ticket from London to Folkestone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 121, which is on 2025-12-09.
What's the cheapest way to go from London to Folkestone?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
