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Outbound fromLondon to Folkestone Central by train
It takes an average of 1h 34m to travel from London to Folkestone Central by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (102 km). There are normally 128 trains per day travelling from London to Folkestone Central and tickets for this journey start from £13.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:45 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Folkestone Central | |
| Journey time | From 53m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (102 km) | |
| Frequency | 128 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £13.10 | |
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Travelling by train from London to Folkestone Central
Thinking about taking the train from London to Folkestone Central? We’ve got you covered.
The average journey time from London to Folkestone Central by train is 1 hour and 37 minutes, with around 111 trains travelling 63 miles between these two destinations daily. There’s no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to your destination. The fastest train can get you there in just 53 minutes.
Operated by Southeastern, all trains on this route offer free WiFi, access to Southeastern’s onboard entertainment service – Se Motion – filled with TV shows and films, and even First Class seating on certain routes.
Digital train tickets now available on this route
Did you know you can now buy digital train tickets from London to Folkestone? That’s right, no more queuing at the ticket machine or fumbling around for that paper ticket. It can now live in your Trainline app.
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 your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or get a Railcard. Find out more about trains to Folkestone.
Keen to book your train tickets from London to Folkestone Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Folkestone Central
Want to know more about your journey from London to Folkestone Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Folkestone Central
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 London 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
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
