973 Folkestone ↔ Hawkinge Battle of Britain Museum

Operated by Stagecoach South East. First bus 15:40, last bus 15:40. 1 journeys on weekdays.

The 973 is confirmed in the national fare cap — single fares cost at most £3 until 31 Dec 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027. Source: GOV.UK. Details →

Timetable

Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. For times at your exact stop, open the stop's own page.

973 towards Hawkinge Battle of Britain Museum — Monday to Friday (1 journeys)
Harvey Grammar School (adj) 15:40
Swann Way (E-bound) 15:55
Tesco (adj) 15:58
Battle of Britain Museum (o/s) 16:01

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Frequently asked questions

What time is the first 973 bus?

The first 973 departure on weekdays leaves at 15:40 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).

What time is the last 973 bus?

The last 973 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 15:40. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.

How much does the 973 bus cost?

The 973 is confirmed by GOV.UK as part of the national fare cap, so a single costs at most £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027. Stagecoach South East day and weekly tickets can work out cheaper if you travel more than twice a day.

Who runs the 973 bus?

The 973 is operated by Stagecoach South East.

Timetable data from the operator via the DfT Bus Open Data Service. Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.