Train from London to Folkestone: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for London to Folkestone on December 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Folkestone CentralNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
St Pancras International
Folkestone CentralNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Folkestone

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Folkestone. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage Duration
64 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$9 - $31Average Duration2h 30m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$19 - $85Average Duration1h 9m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$8 - $20Average Duration1h 40m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Folkestone by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from London to Folkestone?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Folkestone start from $19. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from London to Folkestone is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 60 miles (96 km). The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by Southeastern.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 17 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Folkestone?

    The earliest train departs from London to Folkestone at 7:04am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/06
$29
12/07
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Today
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12/09
$23
12/10
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12/11
$24
12/12
$23
12/13
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Folkestone was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $23

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 $23 to $76 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 2025-12-12.

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