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5:552h06Cambridge8:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change- 6:422h19Cambridge9:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change
- 7:552h06Cambridge10:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change
- 8:422h19Cambridge11:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change
4:513h23Cambridge8:14Folkestone£991One-way1 change
- 5:552h06Cambridge8:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change
- 7:552h06Cambridge10:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change
- 6:422h19Cambridge9:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change
- 8:422h19Cambridge11:01Folkestone£771One-way1 change
- 8:213h22Cambridge11:43Folkestone£991One-way1 change
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Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Folkestone
The cheapest option from Cambridge to Folkestone is coach, with an average price of £26. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Folkestone among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 144 km
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£85 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Folkestone trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:10 Cambridge | 1h50 | 19:00 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 17:21 Cambridge | 3h29 | 20:50 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 18:08 Cambridge | 1h54 | 20:02 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 18:21 Cambridge | 3h27 | 21:48 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 18:50 Cambridge | 3h58 | 22:48 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 19:13 Cambridge | 1h48 | 21:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 19:42 Cambridge | 2h19 | 22:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 19:51 Cambridge | 3h57 | 23:48 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 20:51 Cambridge | 3h57 | 0:48 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 21:12 Cambridge | 1h49 | 23:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 22:12 Cambridge | 1h49 | 0:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| 4:51 Cambridge | 3h23 | 8:14 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 5:21 Cambridge | 3h30 | 8:51 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 5:55 Cambridge | 2h06 | 8:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 6:21 Cambridge | 3h29 | 9:50 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 6:42 Cambridge | 2h19 | 9:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 7:21 Cambridge | 3h23 | 10:44 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 7:55 Cambridge | 2h06 | 10:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 8:21 Cambridge | 3h22 | 11:43 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 8:42 Cambridge | 2h19 | 11:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 9:21 Cambridge | 3h22 | 12:43 Folkestone | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Folkestone
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Cambridge to Folkestone, including direct trains, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Lowest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 23:01 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern from Cambridge to Folkestone trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge and Folkestone from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Folkestone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Folkestone by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Folkestone
Most Cambridge to Folkestone trains use the Cambridge to Folkestone West station pair, with some services arriving at Folkestone Central. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Folkestone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cambridge station do trains to Folkestone leave from?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Folkestone station do trains from Cambridge arrive at?
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.
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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