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Folkestone to Birmingham train route details
First train
04:44
Last train
23:01
Journey time
2h 54m
Distance
163 miles
Price
MYR 177.23*
What are the next train times from Folkestone to Birmingham?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Folkestone to Birmingham happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
04:44 Folkestone West | 08:00 Birmingham New Street |  | Find Tickets |
04:44 Folkestone West | 08:27 Birmingham New Street |  | Find Tickets |
05:59 Folkestone West | 08:56 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
06:31 Folkestone West | 09:27 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
07:01 Folkestone West | 09:56 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
07:31 Folkestone West | 10:27 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Birmingham
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Folkestone and Birmingham on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Folkestone to Birmingham by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets combine flexibility with value, letting you travel on any 8 days within a 28-day period. It's an ideal choice if you don't commute every day but want discounted fares.
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