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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
38 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
38 m
Trains on 18 Sept
33
Distance
23 km
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 £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) you need to make at least one change.
5:200h53Canterbury West (CBW)6:13Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change- 6:310h47Canterbury West (CBW)7:18Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 7:190h42Canterbury West (CBW)8:01Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 8:030h48Canterbury West (CBW)8:51Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 8:230h38Canterbury West (CBW)9:01Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 8:230h38Canterbury West (CBW)9:01Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 11:230h38Canterbury West (CBW)12:01Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 12:230h38Canterbury West (CBW)13:01Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 14:230h38Canterbury West (CBW)15:01Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
- 15:230h38Canterbury West (CBW)16:01Folkestone Central (FKC)£211One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC):
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Folkestone Central (FKC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 50m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (33m by train vs 35m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:01 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h47 | 18:48 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 18:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h37 | 19:00 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 18:31 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h52 | 19:23 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 18:42 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h12 | 19:54 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 19:01 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h48 | 19:49 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 19:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h39 | 20:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 19:38 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h19 | 20:57 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 20:06 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h44 | 20:50 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 20:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h38 | 21:01 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 20:38 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h19 | 21:57 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 21:06 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h42 | 22:48 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 21:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h38 | 22:01 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 21:36 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h21 | 22:57 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 22:06 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h42 | 23:48 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 22:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h38 | 23:01 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 22:36 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h21 | 23:57 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 23:06 Canterbury West (CBW) | 1h42 | 0:48 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| 23:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 0h38 | 0:01 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 0:36 Canterbury West (CBW) | 5h01 | 5:37 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 4 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:23, the last at 07:23. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 38m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 7:23 |
Last train 7:23 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 Central (FKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury West (CBW) and Folkestone Central (FKC)
Most Canterbury West (CBW) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains use the Canterbury West to Folkestone West station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury West (CBW) and Folkestone Central (FKC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury 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 Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: 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.
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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Most popular trains to and from Folkestone Central (FKC) and Canterbury West (CBW)
Most popular train connections to Folkestone Central (FKC)
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