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London Charing Cross to Folkestone Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Charing Cross to Folkestone, starting from €41.27 and averaging €68.19. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 30m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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09:02
London Charing Cross
10:41
Folkestone West
1h 39m, DirectSoutheastern
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09:29
London Charing Cross
10:59
Folkestone West
1h 30m, DirectSoutheastern
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10:04
London Charing Cross
11:41
Folkestone West
1h 37m, DirectSoutheastern
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10:29
London Charing Cross
11:59
Folkestone West
1h 30m, DirectSoutheastern
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11:04
London Charing Cross
12:41
Folkestone West
1h 37m, DirectSoutheastern
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11:26
London Charing Cross
12:59
Paris
1h 33m, DirectSoutheastern
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London Charing Cross to Folkestone Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:57
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure station
Departure station
London Charing Cross
Arrival station
Arrival station
Folkestone
Journey time
Journey time
1h 30m
Distance
Distance
102 km
Price
Price
€41.27*
Train operators
Train operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Folkestone

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Charing Cross and Folkestone on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Charing Cross to Folkestone during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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%

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 London Charing Cross to Folkestone, 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%

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 London Charing Cross to Folkestone 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Charing Cross to Folkestone 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:

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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%.