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It takes an average of 1h 35m to travel from Folkestone Central to London by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (102 km). There are normally 169 trains per day travelling from Folkestone Central to London and tickets for this journey start from £12 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:58 | |
| Departure station | Folkestone Central | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 54m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (102 km) | |
| Frequency | 169 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12 | |
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Travelling from Folkestone Central to London by train
Looking to travel from Folkestone Central to London by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 34 minutes to travel from Folkestone Central to London by train. However, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 56 minutes. You'll usually find 138 trains per day running along the 63 miles (102 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you often won’t need to make any changes on your way to London. Southeastern are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to London in no time.
Digital train tickets now available on this route
Did you know you can now buy digital train tickets from Folkestone Central to London? That’s right, no more queuing at the ticket machine or fumbling around for that paper ticket. It can now live in your Trainline app.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Folkestone Central to London in our Journey Planner. Just remember that in general, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Folkestone Central to London?
Want to know more about your journey from Folkestone Central to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Folkestone Central to London?
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.
