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Folkestone to London Coach Timetable

Coach from Folkestone to London: Journey Information

There are 46 intercity coaches per day from Folkestone to London. Traveling by coach from Folkestone to London usually takes around 3 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 2 hours,

Distance63 mi (102 km)
Shortest duration2h 0m
Cheapest priceRON 43.34
Trips per day24
Most frequent serviceNational Express
Coach lines1

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What coach companies travel from Folkestone to London?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Folkestone to London. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express463h 35mRON 82.42
  • Book National Express from Folkestone to London from RON 43. There are 46 National Express schedules from Folkestone to London and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to London. In Folkestone, National Express departs to London from Folkstone and no other station. In London, National Express arrives at Waterloo Rail Station and 12 other stations.

    An average trip on National Express from Folkestone to London takes 3 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to London in 2 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 46 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to London.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Folkestone to London

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 63 miles from Folkestone to London. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to London, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Folkestone to London, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 46 scheduled coaches that travel from Folkestone to London every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 24 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Folkestone to London; ticket prices start at RON 103.89.

City Information

London

One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.

London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.

The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Folkestone?

Main departure station: Folkstone

Most coaches depart from the main station in Folkestone.

All coach stations in Folkestone:

  • Folkstone

Where does the coach arrive in London?

Main arrival station: Waterloo Rail Station

Coaches arrive in London at 13 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in London:

  • Waterloo Rail Station

  • Finchley Rd & Frognal

  • Elephant and Castle

  • 265a New Cross Rd

  • Old Kent Rd

  • Golders Green Bus Station

  • Victoria Rail Stn for Airports

  • Eltham Rd

  • 75 Loampit Vale

  • London Gloucester Place/Baker St

  • London Victoria

  • London Ealing Broadway

  • London West Ealing

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