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Bus London to Folkestone: Trip Overview
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According to customer reviews, the bus service has received positive feedback regarding its punctuality and comfortable coaches. Customers appreciate the competent and polite drivers. However, there are some complaints about delays without updates or information provided. Overall, it is considered a reliable option for bus travel with 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.
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.
Driver exceptionally competent and calm when driving, he has been also very polite at all times
Based on 409 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the seats. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $14.00
London to Folkestone Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 50 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 6:50AM - 11:20PM |
Minimum Price | $8 |
Average Ticket Price | $15 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 1h50m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 2h30m |
Distance | 59 miles (95 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | National Express, Infobus |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in London and Folkestone?
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
Victoria Coach Station22 Portman St, Marylebone, London W1H, UK
Marble Arch235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
Finchley RoadHammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
Earl's Court21 A41, London NW8 9JA, UK
St John's WoodThe Cat Basket, Folkestone CT20, UK
Folkestone Bus Stop - Cat Basket95-97 Dover Rd, Folkestone CT20 1LA, UK
Folkestone ZollJunction, 11 M20, Hythe CT21 4BL, UK
Stop 24 Service Area Coach InterchangeEurotunnel UK Terminal, Folkestone CT18 8XX, UK
Eurotunnel UK TerminalCheriton High St, Folkestone CT19, UK
FolkestoneFrequently asked questions for your trip London - Folkestone
The best way to travel from London to Folkestone is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.
The travel time from London to Folkestone is about 2h 30m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 1h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 64 miles (103 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance between the two cities is 64 miles (103 km).
On average, there are 50 daily departures on this route, offered by National Express and Infobus. The number of buses running from London to Folkestone may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from London to Folkestone by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.
The first bus leaves at 6:50 AM and the last one leaves at 11:20 PM.
If you're headed to Folkestone from London, chances are that your bus will depart from Victoria Coach Station and arrive at Folkestone Bus Stop - Cat Basket. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
You can save a lot of money on your trip from London to Folkestone by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $11, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.
The average bus ticket price from London to Folkestone is $15. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $11 and $37, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.
Yes, you can do a day trip from London to Folkestone. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between London and Folkestone is about 3h 40m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Folkestone before making your way back to London.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To 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 $12 to $27 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 $12 which is on 2024-04-03.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from London to Folkestone.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from London to Folkestone, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Folkestone.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from London to Folkestone while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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Bus from Folkestone to LondonYou can also go to Folkestone by train
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