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It takes an average of 7h 32m to travel from Newcastle to Folkestone Central by train, over a distance of around 292 miles (470 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Newcastle to Folkestone Central and tickets for this journey start from £64.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 04:21 | |
| Departure station | Newcastle | |
| Arrival station | Folkestone Central | |
| Journey time | From 7h 22m | |
| Distance | 292 miles (470 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £64.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Newcastle to Folkestone Central by train
Looking to travel from Newcastle to Folkestone Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 32 minutes to travel from Newcastle to Folkestone Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 22 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 292 miles (470 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Folkestone Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Southeastern or TransPennine Express 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 Newcastle 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 £64.20.
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.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Newcastle 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.