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Kingston to Folkestone Central by train

First train

23:34

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Kingston

Arrival station

Folkestone Central

Journey time

From 6h 29m

Distance

68 miles (109 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern

Travelling from Kingston to Folkestone Central by train

Looking to travel from Kingston to Folkestone Central by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 6 hours 35 minutes to travel from Kingston to Folkestone Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 29 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 68 miles (109 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Folkestone Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with South Western Railway, Southeastern or Southern to get to Folkestone Central. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Kingston to Folkestone Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Kingston to Folkestone Central

Want to know more about your journey from Kingston to Folkestone Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Folkestone Central from Kingston?

To travel to Folkestone Central from Kingston, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 6 hours and 35 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 6 hours and 29 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Kingston to Folkestone Central?

Trains from Kingston to Folkestone Central take an average of 6 hours and 35 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours and 29 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Kingston and Folkestone Central by train?

The quickest journey time between Kingston and Folkestone Central by train is 6 hours and 29 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Kingston to Folkestone Central?

No, there are no direct trains running from Kingston to Folkestone Central, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Kingston to Folkestone Central

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Kingston to Folkestone Central is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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