Dartford to Folkestone Central by train
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:24 | |
| Departure station | Dartford | |
| Arrival station | Folkestone Central | |
| Journey time | From 1h 6m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Frequency | 50 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Dartford to Folkestone Central in 1 hour 6 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Dartford to Folkestone Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 17 minutes to travel the 48 miles (78 km) from Dartford to Folkestone Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 50 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Southeastern or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Dartford to Folkestone Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Folkestone Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Dartford to Folkestone Central
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