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It takes an average of 3h 34m to travel from Brighton to Folkestone Central by train, over a distance of around 60 miles (96 km). There are normally 75 trains per day travelling from Brighton to Folkestone Central and tickets for this journey start from £27.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:02 | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Folkestone Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 25m | |
| Distance | 60 miles (96 km) | |
| Frequency | 75 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £27.40 | |
| Train operators | Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Brighton to Folkestone Central in 2 hours 25 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Brighton to Folkestone Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 34 minutes to travel the 60 miles (96 km) from Brighton to Folkestone Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 75 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink to Folkestone Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Brighton to Folkestone Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £27.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Folkestone Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Brighton to Folkestone Central?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.