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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | St Pancras International | Folkestone West | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | St Pancras International | Folkestone West | Fastest | ||||
| Train | St Pancras International | Folkestone West | No tags | ||||
| Train | St Pancras International | Folkestone West | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Folkestone
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Folkestone. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at R 322
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from London to Folkestone?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Folkestone start from R 322. The average price for this train route is around R 887. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Folkestone?
The average train journey time from London to Folkestone is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 103 km. The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators serve the London to Folkestone route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 17 trains available per day.
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 23:59.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Folkestone was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 398To 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 R 398 to R 1 332 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 R 399, which is on 2025-12-15.
