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Folkestone to Canterbury Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Folkestone to Canterbury? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €18.58, with average prices for this route around €19.64. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:40 Folkestone Central | 06:37 Canterbury East |  | Find Tickets |
05:57 Folkestone West | 06:52 Canterbury West | | Find Tickets |
06:12 Folkestone Central | 07:15 Canterbury East | | Find Tickets |
06:38 Folkestone West | 07:39 Canterbury West | | Find Tickets |
07:18 Folkestone Central | 08:12 Canterbury East | | Find Tickets |
07:31 Folkestone West | 08:17 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Folkestone to Canterbury Train Route Details
First train
00:01
Last train
23:01
Journey time
31m
Distance
24 km
Price
€18.58*
How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Canterbury
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 to Canterbury. 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
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 to Canterbury, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Folkestone to Canterbury ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Folkestone to Canterbury more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Folkestone to Canterbury train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Folkestone to Canterbury with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it 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%.