Train from London to Folkestone: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from London to Folkestone on 23 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
London Charing Cross
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
London Charing Cross
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
London Charing Cross
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
London Charing Cross
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
London Charing Cross
Folkestone CentralNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Folkestone

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Folkestone. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
102 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€8 - €32Average duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e
Average price€9 - €73Average duration1h 8m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€7 - €22Average duration1h 40m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Folkestone by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Folkestone?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Folkestone start from €9. The average price for this train route is around €32. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from London to Folkestone?

    The average train journey time from London to Folkestone is 1h 8m, covering a distance of 103 km. The fastest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by Southeastern.

  3. Which train operators serve the London to Folkestone route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 19 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Folkestone?

    The earliest train from London to Folkestone departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 17:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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21/01
€25
22/01
€9
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26/01
€23
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Folkestone was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of €9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Folkestone as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €9 to €68 for a train ticket from London to Folkestone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €23, which is on 2026-01-26.

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