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Find the best prices from Folkestone to Stansted

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Folkestone to Stansted, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

TRY 3,600.53

Mon12Jan

TRY 3,600.53

Tue13Jan

TRY 3,600.53

Wed14Jan

TRY 1,196.31

Thu15Jan

TRY 3,600.53

Fri16Jan

TRY 3,600.53

Sat17Jan

TRY 3,600.53

Sun18Jan

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Folkestone to Stansted train prices and times

Looking to travel from Folkestone to Stansted? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as TRY 1,196.31, with average prices for this route around TRY 4,046.53.

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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
10:41 3h 6m, 1 changes Folkestone West	13:47 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
10:58 2h 9m, 2 changes Folkestone West	13:07 Stansted Airport	Find Tickets
10:58 2h 15m, 1 changes Folkestone West	13:13 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
11:41 3h 6m, 1 changes Folkestone West	14:47 Stansted Mountfitchet	Find Tickets
12:01 2h 6m, 2 changes Folkestone West	14:07 Stansted Airport	Find Tickets
12:01 2h 12m, 1 changes Folkestone West	14:13 Paris	Find Tickets

Folkestone to Stansted train route details

First train

04:44

Last train

23:01

Departure city

Folkestone

Arrival city

Stansted

Journey time

2h 6m

Distance

42 miles

Price

TRY 1,196.31*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Stansted

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Folkestone to Stansted. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Folkestone to Stansted, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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 to Stansted 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 to Stansted train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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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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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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