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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
36 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
44 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) 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 Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.
13:260h36Ebbsfleet International (EBD)14:02Folkestone Central (FKC)£131One-way0 changes- 18:230h39Ebbsfleet International (EBD)19:02Folkestone Central (FKC)£161One-way0 changes
- 19:590h49Ebbsfleet International (EBD)20:48Folkestone Central (FKC)£431One-way0 changes
- 0:310h52Ebbsfleet International (EBD)1:23Folkestone Central (FKC)£431One-way0 changes
- 13:260h36Ebbsfleet International (EBD)14:02Folkestone Central (FKC)£131One-way0 changes
- 18:230h39Ebbsfleet International (EBD)19:02Folkestone Central (FKC)£161One-way0 changes
- 19:590h49Ebbsfleet International (EBD)20:48Folkestone Central (FKC)£431One-way0 changes
- 0:310h52Ebbsfleet International (EBD)1:23Folkestone Central (FKC)£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 71 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC):
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC) costing on average £22.
Other travel options to Folkestone Central (FKC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 36m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (37m by train vs 56m by car). Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £14 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.
Direct services run with Southeastern.
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
Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ebbsfleet International (EBD) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P85628 · P88995 | 7:59 Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0h52 | 8:51 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| P85894 | 8:23 Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0h39 | 9:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85636 · P89003 | 8:59 Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0h55 | 9:54 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| P85902 | 9:26 Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0h36 | 10:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85643 · P89009 | 9:56 Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0h48 | 10:44 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
| P85910 | 10:26 Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0h36 | 11:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 35m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Southeastern from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Ebbsfleet International (EBD) and Folkestone Central (FKC) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ebbsfleet International (EBD) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ebbsfleet International (EBD) 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.
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