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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
23 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) 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 Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Canterbury West (CBW) for Folkestone Central (FKC) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
04:200h54
Canterbury West (CBW)05:14Folkestone Central (FKC)
£121One-way
0 changes
09:210h41
Canterbury West (CBW)10:02Folkestone Central (FKC)
£191One-way
0 changes
09:210h41
Canterbury West (CBW)10:02Folkestone Central (FKC)
£191One-way
0 changes
04:200h54
Canterbury West (CBW)05:14Folkestone Central (FKC)
£121One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£14 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 19:41
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:20 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h54 | 05:14 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:21 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h41 | 10:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 11:23 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury West (CBW) and Folkestone Central (FKC) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
£9
Southeastern frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
The train distance from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is 23 km.
Booking trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) covers a distance of 23 km and takes approximately 39m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The first train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) leaves at 4:20.
The last train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) departs at 11:23.
Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
To travel from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and Folkestone Central (FKC)
Canterbury
Folkestone
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury West for your trip from Canterbury to Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Folkestone is Folkestone Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone Central for your journey to Folkestone from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Folkestone Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop outside of the station (exit station, walk down the slope and turn right. Bus stop is just beyond the bridge)
Most popular train connections from Canterbury West (CBW)
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Most popular train connections to Folkestone Central (FKC)
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