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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Folkestone to Brighton from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
$13
tomorrow
$13
Friday
$26
Saturday
$26
Sunday
$26
Monday
$13
Tuesday
$13

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 7m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 11:57 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13
National Express 6h 52m 2:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:02 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13
National Express 6h 58m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 11:48 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $13
National Express 6h 43m 2:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 8:53 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $13
National Express 7h 25m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 12m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $13
National Express 6h 57m 2:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:07 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $13
National Express 7h 7m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 11:57 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13
National Express 6h 52m 2:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:02 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13
National Express 7h 25m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 58m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 11:48 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 6h 43m 8:05 AM Folkestone Bus station 2:48 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 7h 13m 1:40 PM Folkestone Bus station 8:53 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 7h 18m 5:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 12:28 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 7h 25m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Brighton via Dover, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      7h 3m
      Folkestone
      7 mi
      7:45 AM
      Dover
      Town Centre
      2:48 PM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Brighton via Whistable, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 58m
      0
      4:50 AM
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      5:48 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    • Waiting Time 2h 2m
    • National Express
      5h 58m
      0
      7:50 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      1:48 PM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $13
    Travel time is 2h 15m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 45m 5:30 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 6h 55m 8:20 AM Folkestone Bus station 3:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 7h 20m 1:50 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:10 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 7h 35m 5:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 12:45 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $26
National Express 6h 32m 5:30 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Brighton via Dover, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      6h 33m
      Folkestone
      7 mi
      5:15 AM
      Dover
      Town Centre
      11:48 AM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Brighton via Whistable, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 58m
      0
      4:50 AM
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      5:48 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    • Waiting Time 2h 2m
    • National Express
      5h 58m
      0
      7:50 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      1:48 PM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $13
    Travel time is 2h 26m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 18m 5:30 AM Folkestone Bus station 11:48 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 6h 28m 8:20 AM Folkestone Bus station 2:48 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 6h 53m 1:50 PM Folkestone Bus station 8:43 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 7h 18m 5:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 12:28 AM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $26
National Express 6h 32m 5:30 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:02 PM Brighton Preston Circus  Economy $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Brighton via Dover, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      6h 33m
      Folkestone
      7 mi
      5:15 AM
      Dover
      Town Centre
      11:48 AM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Folkestone to Brighton via Whistable, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 58m
      0
      4:50 AM
      Folkestone
      Bus station
      5:48 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    • Waiting Time 2h 2m
    • National Express
      5h 58m
      0
      7:50 AM
      Whistable
      Bus Stop
      1:48 PM
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $13
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 52m 8:05 AM Folkestone Bus station 2:57 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13
National Express 7h 22m 1:40 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:02 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13
National Express 7h 10m 8:05 AM Folkestone Bus station 3:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 7h 40m 1:40 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:20 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 6h 43m 8:05 AM Folkestone Bus station 2:48 PM Brighton Patcham Place  Economy $13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 25m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 12:15 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 7h 10m 2:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:20 PM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 6h 35m 6:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 12:45 AM Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy $13
National Express 7h 7m 4:50 AM Folkestone Bus station 11:57 AM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13
National Express 6h 52m 2:10 PM Folkestone Bus station 9:02 PM Brighton Preston Park  Economy $13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Folkestone to Brighton is $12 on 4/14/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Folkestone and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Folkestone and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Folkestone to Brighton. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 16 daily coaches between Folkestone and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 44 buses from Folkestone to Brighton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Folkestone and Brighton, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from Folkestone to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 16 times every day by bus from Folkestone to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Folkestone to Brighton starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus $12
Fastest Bus 6h 18m
Earliest Bus 4:50 AM
Latest Bus 6:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 59.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Folkestone to Brighton

Every day, 16 buses from 1 bus companies leave Folkestone for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/15/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/12
Monday 04/13
Tuesday 04/14
Wednesday 04/15
$13
Thursday 04/16
$13
Friday 04/17
$26
Saturday 04/18
$26
Sunday 04/19
$26
Monday 04/20
$13
Tuesday 04/21
$13
Wednesday 04/22
$13
Thursday 04/23
$13
Friday 04/24
$15
Saturday 04/25
$13
Sunday 04/26
$12
Monday 04/27
$13
Tuesday 04/28
$12
Wednesday 04/29
$13
Thursday 04/30
$13
Friday 05/01
$14
Saturday 05/02
$13
Sunday 05/03
$13
Monday 05/04
$13
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
Friday 05/08
$14
Saturday 05/09

The cheapest time to travel from Folkestone to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Folkestone to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $12, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Folkestone to Brighton. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $14.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Folkestone to Brighton, with $12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

How to save money travelling from Folkestone to Brighton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Folkestone to Brighton in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Folkestone to Brighton, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Folkestone to Brighton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Folkestone and Brighton

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Folkestone and Brighton.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Folkestone to Brighton

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Folkestone to Brighton? Or which bus companies serve the route Folkestone to Brighton? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Folkestone to Brighton bus

How much does a Folkestone Brighton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 7h 7m to reach Brighton. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Folkestone to Brighton?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $26. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Brighton.

On average, how many connections are available from Folkestone to Brighton each day?

Every day, the Folkestone to Brighton bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Folkestone to Brighton take?

The fastest bus from Folkestone to Brighton is offered by National Express and takes 6h 18m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $14. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Folkestone to Brighton?

The earliest bus arriving in Brighton from Folkestone starts at 4:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Folkestone to Brighton?

The latest bus trip departing from Folkestone for Brighton starts at 6:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Folkestone Brighton route?

When traveling by bus from Folkestone to Brighton, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Folkestone and Brighton by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Folkestone to Brighton bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Folkestone Brighton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Folkestone Brighton bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Folkestone to Brighton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Folkestone to Brighton?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 16 daily trips between Folkestone and Brighton. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Folkestone to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 16 trips between Folkestone and Brighton change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Folkestone to Brighton

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Folkestone and to Brighton

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Folkestone and to Brighton. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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