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It takes an average of 3h 19m to travel from Cambridge to Folkestone Central by train, over a distance of around 89 miles (143 km). There are normally 80 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Folkestone Central and tickets for this journey start from £33.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:51 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Folkestone Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 18m | |
| Distance | 89 miles (143 km) | |
| Frequency | 80 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £33.30 | |
| Train operators | Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, Southeastern, Thameslink |
Travelling from Cambridge to Folkestone Central by train
Looking to travel from Cambridge to Folkestone Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 19 minutes to travel from Cambridge to Folkestone Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 80 trains per day running along the 89 miles (143 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Folkestone Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Folkestone Central. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Cambridge to Folkestone Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £33.30.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cambridge 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.