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Folkestone Central to East Malling by train
| First train | 07:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 07:05 | |
| Departure station | Folkestone Central | |
| Arrival station | East Malling | |
| Journey time | From 1h 3m | |
| Distance | 35 miles (56 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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How to travel from Folkestone Central to East Malling by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Folkestone Central to East Malling? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Folkestone Central and East Malling, which usually take 1 hour 3 minutes to complete the 35 miles (56 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 3 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Southeastern trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to East Malling.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Folkestone Central to East Malling if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to East Malling? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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