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Compare train and bus for Horley to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, while a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Horley to Folkestone
Compare the available ways to get from Horley to Folkestone, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Folkestone:
A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Folkestone costing on average $79.
Other travel options to Folkestone take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 4m.
Tickets start at around $79 compared to roughly $27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$51. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Horley to Folkestone
How to get from Horley to Folkestone by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Horley to Folkestone is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:25 PM 5h55 Horley 1:20 AM Folkestone $22 1 One-way 0 transfers
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7:25 PM 5h55 Horley 1:20 AM Folkestone $22 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
7:25 PM 5h55 Horley 1:20 AM Folkestone $22 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
6:25 PM 5h55 Horley 12:20 AM Folkestone $23 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Folkestone:
A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Folkestone costing on average $79.
Other travel options to Folkestone take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 4m.
- Around 8 buses per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Horley and Folkestone as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in Folkestone West (FKW).
- Buses mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North and arrive in Folkestone, Middelburg Square.
- Travel with Southeastern, Thameslink to go to Folkestone by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Folkestone by bus.
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