Yes Coaches arranges coach hire and minibus hire in Folkestone for groups of 8 to 72 passengers, always with a professional driver. A journey can start in Folkestone, collect from Dover or Ashford, Kent on the way and finish anywhere in the UK.
Send the pickup, destination, date and group size with the quote form and the booking team replies with vehicle options and a price. The booking line, 0203 870 5196, is open 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
Folkestone coach hire at a glance
| Area | Folkestone, South East (all South East locations) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airports | London Southend Airport (about 39 miles), London City Airport (about 56 miles) |
| Nearby areas we cover | Dover (7 miles), Ashford, Kent (13 miles), Deal (14 miles), Canterbury (14 miles) |
| Local venues and trips | Folkestone Harbour Arm and Leas Cliff Hall |
| Vehicle sizes | 8 and 16 seat minibuses, 17 to 30 seat midi coaches, 31 to 72 seat coaches |
| Booking line | 0203 870 5196, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm |
Distances are straight-line estimates. Road distances are longer.
Coach hire in Folkestone
For groups of 17 or more, a midi coach (17 to 30 seats) or a full-size coach (31 to 72 seats) keeps everyone on one vehicle with room for luggage. Popular coach trips from Folkestone include coastal events and seafront trips, harbour or ferry group travel, London events, and race meetings.
Coach hire in Folkestone is priced per journey, not per seat. The price depends on the route, the date, the vehicle size and any waiting time. A coach can collect from a home, hotel, school, workplace or meeting point in Folkestone.
Minibus hire in Folkestone
For smaller groups, minibus hire in Folkestone covers 8 seat and 16 seat vehicles with a driver. They suit airport runs, nights out, weddings, family events and business trips, and can make several pickups around Folkestone, Dover and Ashford, Kent.
Airport transfers from Folkestone
The nearest airports to Folkestone are London Southend Airport, about 39 miles away, and London City Airport, about 56 miles away. Group airport transfers can be booked one way or return. Add flight numbers, terminals and luggage so the right vehicle is sent.
Pickups from railway stations and hotels in and around Folkestone can be added to the same booking.
Events, sport and days out from Folkestone
Local favourites include Folkestone Harbour Arm and Leas Cliff Hall. For fixtures, concerts and festivals, give the venue, the drop-off point and the return time so the driver waits in the right place.
See sports and event transport and tours and day trips.
Weddings, schools and business travel in Folkestone
Weddings. Shuttle guests between the ceremony, the reception and hotels in and around Folkestone. Wedding transport
Schools and colleges. Educational visits, sports fixtures and trips for pupils and staff from Folkestone. School transport
Business. Staff shuttles, conferences, team days and hotel transfers for companies in Folkestone. Corporate travel
Which vehicle for your group?
| Group size | Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | 8 seat minibus or MPV | Airport runs, small business trips |
| 9 to 16 | 16 seat minibus | Nights out, weddings, sports teams |
| 17 to 30 | Midi coach | School trips, clubs, corporate groups |
| 31 to 72 | Full-size coach | Large events, tours, festivals |
Mention luggage, sports kit, instruments or accessibility needs so the right vehicle is quoted. See the full fleet.
Popular routes from Folkestone
How to book coach hire in Folkestone
- Enter the pickup, destination, date and number of passengers in the quote form.
- Add your name, phone and email, or send the details on WhatsApp.
- The booking team replies with vehicle options and a price.
- Confirm the booking and the driver meets your group at the agreed pickup point.
Coach hire in Folkestone: questions
How much does coach hire in Folkestone cost?
The price depends on the distance, journey time, date, vehicle size and any waiting time, so each quote is worked out for your route. Send the full journey through the quote form for a price with no obligation. To keep coach hire in Folkestone cheap, use one larger vehicle rather than two small ones, keep pickups to the stops you need and book busy dates early.
What is the nearest airport to Folkestone?
London Southend Airport is the nearest, about 39 miles from Folkestone in a straight line. London City Airport is about 56 miles away. Both can be booked as group airport transfers, one way or return.
Can you collect passengers from Dover and Ashford, Kent?
Yes. Add each pickup in the order you need them. Nearby areas we cover include Dover, Ashford, Kent, Deal and Canterbury.
Is minibus hire available in Folkestone?
Yes. 8 seat and 16 seat minibuses with a driver are available in Folkestone for smaller groups, airport runs, nights out and family events.
Do you have a depot in Folkestone?
Yes Coaches arranges each vehicle around your route rather than from a depot in every town. The journey is planned from your pickup point in Folkestone and quoted on that basis.
Can the journey go outside South East?
Yes. A booking can start or finish in Folkestone and travel anywhere in the UK, including multi-day tours.