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Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well train prices and times

Looking to travel from Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £9.60, with average prices for this route around £9.60.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:44 Folkestone Central	06:59 Shepherds Well	6h 15m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:02 Folkestone Central	08:59 Shepherds Well	57m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:05 Folkestone Central	09:59 Shepherds Well	54m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:05 Folkestone Central	10:59 Shepherds Well	54m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:05 Folkestone Central	11:59 Shepherds Well	54m, No direct	Find Tickets
12:06 Folkestone Central	12:59 Paris	53m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well train route details

First train

00:44

Last train

22:07

Departure station

Folkestone Central

Arrival station

Shepherds Well

Journey time

52m

Distance

9 miles

Price

£9.60*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Folkestone Central to Shepherds Well train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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