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Folkestone Central to Birmingham Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Folkestone Central to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €37.77, with average prices for this route around €80.25. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
04:38 Folkestone Central | 08:00 Birmingham New Street |   | Find Tickets |
04:38 Folkestone Central | 08:27 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
04:38 Folkestone Central | 09:05 Birmingham Moor Street |  | Find Tickets |
05:54 Folkestone Central | 08:56 Birmingham New Street | | Find Tickets |
05:54 Folkestone Central | 10:05 Birmingham Moor Street | | Find Tickets |
06:28 Folkestone Central | 09:27 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Folkestone Central to Birmingham Train Route Details
First train
04:38
Last train
22:58
Journey time
2h 56m
Distance
262 km
Price
€37.77*
How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone Central to Birmingham
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Folkestone Central to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Folkestone Central to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Folkestone Central to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Folkestone Central to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Folkestone Central to Birmingham train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.