How much is the bus ticket from Folkestone to Dover?

The cheapest coach tickets from Folkestone to Dover start from £8. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Folkestone to Dover?

The average bus journey time from Folkestone to Dover is 30m, covering a distance of 7 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Folkestone to Dover route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Folkestone to Dover?

The earliest bus departs from Folkestone to Dover at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Folkestone to Dover?

A bus journey from Folkestone to Dover produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Folkestone to Dover from £6 | Compare & Save up to 37%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Folkestone to Dover on 10 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:40	Folkestone	25m	02:05	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:40	Folkestone	25m	02:05	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Folkestone	30m	13:00	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Folkestone	30m	13:00	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:05	Folkestone	30m	17:35	Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 17:48 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Folkestone to Dover

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dover. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

30mAverage duration

7 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£2 - £2	Average duration20m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Folkestone and Dover?

Stops in Folkestone

A
Eurotunnel UK Terminal
Eurotunnel UK Terminal, Folkestone CT18 8XX, UK
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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

Stops in Dover

A
Dover (Town Centre) - Bus Station
23 Pencester Road, Dover CT16 1BS
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B
Dover Coach Stop, Eastern Docks
53 George St, Dover, Kent CT17 0EG, UK
C
Foot Passenger Terminal
N Exit Rd, Dover CT16, UK
D
Dover Central Travel
Eastern Docks, Dover CT16, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,875 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29875 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Folkestone to Dover

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Folkestone to Dover?
The cheapest coach tickets from Folkestone to Dover start from £8. The average price for this route is around £8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Folkestone to Dover?
The average bus journey time from Folkestone to Dover is 30m, covering a distance of 7 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Folkestone to Dover route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Folkestone to Dover?
The earliest bus departs from Folkestone to Dover at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Folkestone to Dover?
A bus journey from Folkestone to Dover produces an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/03

£6

06/03

£6

Today

£6

08/03

£6

09/03

£6

10/03

£6

11/03

£6

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The cheapest trip from Folkestone to Dover was searched and found on 10 Mar 2026 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Folkestone to Dover as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £9 for a bus ticket from Folkestone to Dover based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2026-03-10.