Bus from Eltham to Folkestone

1 direct route · about 130 min · first bus 10:25, last bus 23:25 (weekdays).

Next buses to Folkestone as of 04:15

Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Eltham, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.

Direct routes

RouteOperatorJourney timeWeekday journeysDaysFirstLastBoard atGet off atCalls at
007 National Express ~130 min 4 Sat 5 · Sun 5 10:25 23:25 Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue (Stop EE) Bouverie Road West (W-bound) Gillingham, Whitstable & Canterbury

Times are for the first boarding point in Eltham on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.

This journey is by long-distance coach — the £3 England bus fare cap doesn't apply and local bus passes aren't valid. Fares are set by the operator and rise closer to departure, so book ahead.

Frequently asked questions

Which bus goes from Eltham to Folkestone?

The 007 (National Express) runs directly from Eltham to Folkestone. Board at Eltham Road / Westhorne Avenue (Stop EE) and get off at Bouverie Road West (W-bound); the journey takes about 130 minutes.

How long does the bus take from Eltham to Folkestone?

Around 130 minutes on the 007, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Gillingham, Whitstable, Canterbury on the way.

What time is the first and last bus from Eltham to Folkestone?

On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 10:25 and the last around 23:25. Check the route timetables for weekends.

How much is the bus from Eltham to Folkestone?

This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.

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