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Margate to Folkestone train prices and times

Planning a journey from Margate to Folkestone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$22.74, with average prices for this route around US$22.74. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
12:49 1h 9m, 1 changes Margate	13:58 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
13:49 1h 6m, 1 changes Margate	14:55 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
14:49 1h 10m, 1 changes Margate	15:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
15:00 1h 4m, 1 changes Margate	16:04 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
15:22 1h 12m, 1 changes Margate	16:34 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
15:44 1h 16m, 1 changes Margate	17:00 Paris	Find Tickets

Margate to Folkestone train route details

First train

04:37

Last train

23:30

Departure city

Margate

Arrival city

Folkestone

Journey time

1h 3m

Distance

23 miles

Price

US$22.74*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Margate to Folkestone

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 Margate to Folkestone can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Margate to Folkestone, 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 Margate to Folkestone 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.

Margate to Folkestone train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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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