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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £11
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £11
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 12 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 14 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW) 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 West (FKW) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 6 trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW), including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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.
P8591010:47 0h12 Ashford International (AFK) 10:59 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes- P85894
8:47 0h12 Ashford International (AFK) 8:59 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P89003
9:36 0h16 Ashford International (AFK) 9:52 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P88995
8:33 0h16 Ashford International (AFK) 8:49 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P85902
9:47 0h12 Ashford International (AFK) 9:59 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes
- P85910
10:47 0h12 Ashford International (AFK) 10:59 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P85894
8:47 0h12 Ashford International (AFK) 8:59 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P85902
9:47 0h12 Ashford International (AFK) 9:59 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P89003
9:36 0h16 Ashford International (AFK) 9:52 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes - P88995
8:33 0h16 Ashford International (AFK) 8:49 Folkestone West (FKW) £11 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW)
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Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:56, the last at 06:56. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 12m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 6:56 |
Last train 6:56 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Frequently asked questions about your Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW) trip
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Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW) trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P88992 | On time 7:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h12 | 7:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P88997 | On time 8:25 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h16 | 8:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P88999 | On time 8:46 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h13 | 8:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89005 | On time 9:25 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h16 | 9:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85905 | On time 9:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h12 | 9:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P89011 | On time 10:25 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h16 | 10:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85913 | On time 10:47 Ashford International (AFK) | 0h12 | 10:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Ashford International (AFK) and Folkestone West (FKW)
Most Ashford International (AFK) to Folkestone West (FKW) trains use the Ashford International to Folkestone Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Ashford International (AFK) and Folkestone West (FKW) 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 West from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone West is 2 km from Folkestone city centre. Public transport options include:
Folkestone West train station facilities and services
Folkestone West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone West. 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 West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to Platform 1 via main entrance off Shorncliffe Road. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance off Station Road. Step access between platforms via station subway. Step free Interchange between platforms via steep roads is in excess of 500 metres, 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: by entrance to platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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