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London to Folkestone Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Folkestone Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £7.00, with average prices for this route around £16.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Apr 25
From £7.00
Sat, Apr 26
From £7.45
Sun, Apr 27
From £8.50
Mon, Apr 28
From £8.70
Tue, Apr 29
From £7.00
Wed, Apr 30
From £8.05
Thu, May 1
From £8.05

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:12 London St Pancras International	01:23 Folkestone Central	1h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:26 London Victoria	05:38 Folkestone Central	5h 12m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:37 Vauxhall	07:19 Folkestone Central	6h 42m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:33 London Bridge	08:14 Folkestone Central	1h 41m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:07 London St Pancras International	08:02 Folkestone Central	55m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:13 London Bridge	08:51 Paris	1h 38m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Folkestone Central train route details

First train

00:12

Last train

23:43

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Folkestone Central

Journey time

54m

Distance

64 miles

Price

£7.00*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Folkestone Central

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London and Folkestone Central, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London to Folkestone Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Folkestone Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London to Folkestone Central, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

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 London to Folkestone Central 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.

London to Folkestone Central train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London to Folkestone Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from London to Folkestone Central from £7.00*

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London to Folkestone Central train prices and times

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