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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
98 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) 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 Loughborough Junction (LGJ) will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Folkestone Central (FKC) for Loughborough Junction (LGJ) 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 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
06:052h25
Folkestone Central (FKC)08:30Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
£401One-way
0 changes
07:581h32
Folkestone Central (FKC)09:30Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
£491One-way
0 changes
07:581h32
Folkestone Central (FKC)09:30Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
£491One-way
0 changes
06:052h25
Folkestone Central (FKC)08:30Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
£401One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 98 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£38 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £14 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 £14
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 08:58 |
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 £14
Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone Central (FKC) and Loughborough Junction (LGJ) from £14. 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
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£38
Southeastern frequency
6 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: Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) 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 Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ).
The train distance from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) is 98 km.
Booking trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The first train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) leaves at 6:02.
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) is by coach, costing approximately £14.
The last train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) departs at 8:58.
Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ) run approximately 6 times per day.
To get from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ).
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ).
There is no night train service from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Loughborough Junction (LGJ).
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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone Central (FKC) and Loughborough Junction (LGJ)
Folkestone
London
The major train station for departures in Folkestone is Folkestone Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone Central for your trip from Folkestone to London.
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 06:00 - 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)
The major train station for arrivals in London is Loughborough Junction. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough Junction for your journey to London from Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:5015:20 - 21:50 Saturday 06:10 - 22:15 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the station entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Most popular train connections from Folkestone Central (FKC)
Most popular trains to and from Loughborough Junction (LGJ) and Folkestone Central (FKC)
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