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It takes an average of 1h 36m to travel from London to Folkestone West by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (101 km). There are normally 109 trains per day travelling from London to Folkestone West and tickets for this journey start from £14.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:37 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Folkestone West | |
| Journey time | From 51m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (101 km) | |
| Frequency | 109 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £14.90 | |
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Take the train from London to Folkestone West in 51 minutes
If you want to travel from London to Folkestone West by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from London to Folkestone West by train to take around 1 hour 36 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 109 trains per day running on this route, which spans 63 miles (101 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Folkestone West. You can travel with Southeastern trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from London to Folkestone West start from £14.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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The price of train tickets from London to Folkestone West starts at £14.90 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.