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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Folkestone Central (FKC) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 93 km
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2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:38 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 2h17 | 11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:42, the last at 17:05. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 03:42 |
Last train 17:05 |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Folkestone Central (FKC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone Central (FKC) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Information Desk
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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)
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