The average bus between Charlton and Folkestone takes 2h 47m and the fastest bus takes 2h 25m. The bus service runs several times per day from Charlton to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Charlton and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 9:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charlton is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 1:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Charlton to Folkestone? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Charlton station and arriving at Folkestone station via Bouverie Road West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Charlton to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Lewisham Station.
Charlton to Folkestone bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.
The distance between Charlton and Folkestone is 90.4 km. The road distance is 130 km.
National Express operates a bus from Lewisham Station to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 2h 15m.