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Compare train and coach for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 102 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average £30.
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 28m.
You'll arrive about 48m sooner (1h 2m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £19 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.
Compare prices and tickets Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 53m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 23:01 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £9. 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 West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone West (FKW) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Folkestone West (FKW) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Folkestone Central to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone West (FKW) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Folkestone West from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone West is 2 km from Folkestone city centre. Public transport options include:
Folkestone West train station facilities and services
Folkestone West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone 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 Folkestone West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone West: 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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Most popular train connections from Folkestone West (FKW)
Most popular trains to and from London Kings Cross (KGX) and Folkestone West (FKW)
Most popular train connections to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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