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Folkestone to Hartlepool bus

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Folkestone - Hartlepool Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Folkestone to Hartlepool. Traveling by bus from Folkestone to Hartlepool usually takes around 9 hours and 45 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance268 mi (432 km)
Shortest duration9h 45m
Cheapest price$103.99
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Folkestone to Hartlepool?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Folkestone to Hartlepool. National Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express19h 45m$103.99
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 432 kilometers from Folkestone to Hartlepool. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

There is usually only one bus per day from Folkestone to Hartlepool. It leaves the station in Folkestone at 8:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Folkestone to Hartlepool. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Folkestone?

Main departure station: Folkstone

Most buses depart from the main station in Folkestone.

All bus stations in Folkestone:

  • Folkstone

Where does the bus arrive in Hartlepool?

Main arrival station: Church Sq Interchange

All buses from Folkestone arrive at one main station in Hartlepool.

Bus stations in Hartlepool:

  • Church Sq Interchange

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