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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £8
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £10
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 15 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 15 m
- Trains on 04 Nov
- 12
- Distance
- 22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 12 trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC), including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P8901511:25 0h18 Ashford International (AFK) 11:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes- P85923
12:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 13:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - P85930
13:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 14:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - P85917
11:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 12:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - P89027
13:25 0h18 Ashford International (AFK) 13:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
- P85923
12:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 13:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - P85930
13:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 14:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - P85917
11:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 12:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - P85948
16:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 17:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P85942
15:47 0h15 Ashford International (AFK) 16:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) £11 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 15m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 7:33 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Live departures
Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P89052 | Delayed 17:49 17:30Ashford International (AFK) | 0h18 | 18:07 18:07Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85954 | On time 17:49 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 18:04 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85960 | Delayed 18:23 18:16Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 18:37 18:37Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89060 | On time 18:30 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h20 | 18:50 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 November | |||||
| P89015 | 11:25 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h18 | 11:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85917 | 11:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 12:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89021 | 12:25 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h18 | 12:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85923 | 12:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 13:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89027 | 13:25 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h18 | 13:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85930 | 13:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 14:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89033 | 14:25 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h18 | 14:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85936 | 14:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 15:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89039 | 15:30 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h18 | 15:48 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85942 | 15:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 16:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89045 | 16:30 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h18 | 16:48 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85948 | 16:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h15 | 17:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Ashford International (AFK) and Folkestone Central (FKC)
Most Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains use the Ashford International to Folkestone Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Ashford International (AFK) and Folkestone Central (FKC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre
Ashford International train station facilities and services
Ashford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ashford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ashford International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Folkestone Central from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone Central train station facilities and services
Folkestone Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Folkestone Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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