What is the best way to travel from Folkestone to Brighton?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Brighton from Folkestone. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Brighton from Folkestone?
You can get to Brighton with just £19 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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National Express7h 37m009:35FolkestoneBus station17:12BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express6h 57m014:10FolkestoneBus station21:07BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express6h 25m018:10FolkestoneBus station00:35BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express7h 32m009:35FolkestoneBus station17:07BrightonPreston Park0Economy
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National Express6h 52m014:10FolkestoneBus station21:02BrightonPreston Park0Economy
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Southeastern2h 49m004:41FolkestoneWest Station07:30BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern3h 11m005:38FolkestoneWest Station08:49BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern2h 59m005:58FolkestoneCentral Station08:57BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern3h 2m004:41FolkestoneWest Station07:43BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern3h 5m005:38FolkestoneWest Station08:43BrightonCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses today
Cheapest Trains today
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National Express7h 25m004:50FolkestoneBus station12:15BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
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National Express7h 40m013:40FolkestoneBus station21:20BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
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National Express7h 12m004:50FolkestoneBus station12:02BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express7h 27m013:40FolkestoneBus station21:07BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express6h 58m004:50FolkestoneBus station11:48BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
Cheapest Buses Friday
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National Express6h 18m005:30FolkestoneBus station11:48BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
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National Express6h 53m013:50FolkestoneBus station20:43BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
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National Express7h 18m017:10FolkestoneBus station00:28BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
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National Express6h 45m005:30FolkestoneBus station12:15BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
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National Express7h 20m013:50FolkestoneBus station21:10BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Folkestone to Brighton?
You can get to Brighton from Folkestone in just 2h 49m with a Train from Southeastern. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Southeastern2h 49m004:41FolkestoneWest Station07:30BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern2h 59m005:58FolkestoneCentral Station08:57BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern3h 2m004:41FolkestoneWest Station07:43BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern3h 5m005:38FolkestoneWest Station08:43BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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Southeastern3h 11m005:38FolkestoneWest Station08:49BrightonCentral Station0Economy
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National Express6h 25m018:10FolkestoneBus station00:35BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express6h 52m014:10FolkestoneBus station21:02BrightonPreston Park0Economy
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National Express6h 57m014:10FolkestoneBus station21:07BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express7h 32m009:35FolkestoneBus station17:07BrightonPreston Park0Economy
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National Express7h 37m009:35FolkestoneBus station17:12BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
Fastest Trains today
Fastest Buses today
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National Express6h 58m004:50FolkestoneBus station11:48BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
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National Express7h 12m004:50FolkestoneBus station12:02BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express7h 25m004:50FolkestoneBus station12:15BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
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National Express7h 27m013:40FolkestoneBus station21:07BrightonPreston Circus0Economy
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National Express7h 40m013:40FolkestoneBus station21:20BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express6h 18m005:30FolkestoneBus station11:48BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
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National Express6h 45m005:30FolkestoneBus station12:15BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
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National Express6h 53m013:50FolkestoneBus station20:43BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
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National Express7h 18m017:10FolkestoneBus station00:28BrightonPatcham Place0Economy
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National Express7h 20m013:50FolkestoneBus station21:10BrightonPool Valley Coach Station0Economy
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Bus from Folkestone to Brighton
What are the most popular stations in Folkestone and Brighton?
In Folkestone, you will usually depart from Hythe Motorway Service Area, Terminal -Calais or West Station, while in Brighton you will be arriving at Moulsecoomb Train Station, Pier or York Place, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Brighton from Folkestone? With 6 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Folkestone and Brighton, you can pay as low as £19 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Southeastern: you will get to Brighton in just 2h 49m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Folkestone and Brighton are National Express and Southeastern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Folkestone and Brighton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Sandgate or to Hove, and look at flights from Lydd Airport, and landing at London Gatwick Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Folkestone to Brighton?
The most popular companies between Folkestone and Brighton, are National Express and Southeastern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: Southeastern
All you need to know when you travel from Folkestone to Brighton
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Folkestone to Brighton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Folkestone to Brighton
How can I reach Brighton from Folkestone?
Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Brighton from Folkestone.
How far is Brighton from Folkestone?
The distance between Folkestone and Brighton is 95.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Folkestone and Brighton?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 16 kgs, and a flight 24 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Folkestone to Brighton?
You can get to Brighton with just £19 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Folkestone to Brighton?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Brighton in just 2h 49m with a Train from Southeastern.
More routes to Folkestone and to Brighton
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Folkestone and to Brighton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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- Bath to Folkestone
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- Bath to Brighton
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- Dover to Brighton
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