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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea. Traveling by bus from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea usually takes around 8 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 22 mi (35 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 30m |
| Cheapest price | US$35.88 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 8h 20m | US$35.88 |
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 8 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 35 kilometers from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 30 minutes. 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 first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Folkestone to Westgate-on-Sea; ticket prices start at US$19.86.
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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 Westgate-on-Sea?
Main arrival station: 117 Canterbury Rd
All buses from Folkestone arrive at one main station in Westgate-on-Sea.
Bus stations in Westgate-on-Sea:
117 Canterbury Rd
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