How much does a train ticket cost from London to Folkestone?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Folkestone start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Folkestone?

The average train journey time from London to Folkestone is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 60 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 51m and is operated by Southeastern .

Which train operators serve the London to Folkestone route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Folkestone?

The earliest train from London to Folkestone departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train London to Folkestone from £14

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from London to Folkestone on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	St Pancras International	1h 3m	21:43	Folkestone Central	No tags
Train	21:04	St Pancras International	55m	21:59	Folkestone Central	No tags
Train	21:40	St Pancras International	1h 3m	22:43	Folkestone Central	No tags
Train	22:07	St Pancras International	55m	23:02	Folkestone Central	No tags
Train	22:40	St Pancras International	1h 3m	23:43	Folkestone Central	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Folkestone

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Folkestone. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

64 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £24	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £66	Average duration1h 9m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £16	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southeastern

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at £15

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Folkestone by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from London to Folkestone?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Folkestone start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Folkestone?
The average train journey time from London to Folkestone is 1h 9m, covering a distance of 60 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 51m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators serve the London to Folkestone route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Folkestone?
The earliest train from London to Folkestone departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/12

£20

02/12

£14

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04/12

£14

05/12

£20

06/12

£22

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The cheapest trip from London to Folkestone was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Folkestone as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £60 for a train ticket from London to Folkestone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-04.