Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)

Showing times and prices for 17 Nov

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 34 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Folkestone West (FKW) for London Bridge (LBG) every day 3 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 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.

Southeastern
12:411h31
Folkestone West (FKW)
14:12London Bridge (LBG)
£161One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
05:211h41
Folkestone West (FKW)
07:02London Bridge (LBG)
£161One-way
0 changes
Southeastern
17:411h30
Folkestone West (FKW)
19:11London Bridge (LBG)
£361One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £11.

Distance: 98 km

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Coach

£26

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 44m

Average total duration

3h 14m

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30m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)

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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 17:41. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 28m.

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 £8
Distance
98 km
Average train duration
1h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 28m
First train
05:21
Last train
17:41
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 £8

Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Bridge (LBG) from £8. 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 30m
Cheapest Price
£11
Southeastern frequency
9 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 West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 London Bridge (LBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train distance from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) is 98 km.
The last train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) departs at 17:41.
Yes, there is a direct train between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Bridge (LBG). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
There is no night train service from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG).
Booking trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 9 per day.
The first train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) leaves at 5:21.
Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG).
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG).
To get from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone West (FKW) and London Bridge (LBG)

Folkestone
London
The major train station for departures in Folkestone is Folkestone West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone West for your trip from Folkestone to London.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:05 Saturday 07:35 - 14:15 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to Platform 1 via main entrance off Shorncliffe Road. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance off Station Road. Step access between platforms via station subway. Step free Interchange between platforms via steep roads is in excess of 500 metres.
  • 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: by entrance to platform 1
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
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
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
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 West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.

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