Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept

Cheapest price on 03 Sept

£12

Average ticket price on 03 Sept

£31

Fastest journey on 03 Sept

52 m

Average journey duration on 03 Sept

53 m

Trains on 03 Sept

30

Distance

102 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

On Thu 03 Sept, we found 30 trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP), including 16 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 53 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.

  • SoutheasternP85976
    19:580h56
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    20:54London St Pancras International (STP)
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP90322 · P85703
    17:081h11
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    18:19London St Pancras International (STP)
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • SoutheasternP85920_P85661
    10:580h56
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    11:54London St Pancras International (STP)
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP85939
    14:010h53
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    14:54London St Pancras International (STP)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP85926
    12:010h53
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    12:54London St Pancras International (STP)
    £141One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 102 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£31

Average Price

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Southeastern

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP):

A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) costing on average £31.

The fastest way to travel from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) is by train with an average journey time of 54m.

Other travel options to London St Pancras International (STP) take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Folkestone West (FKW) and London St Pancras International (STP) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 0m faster (54m by train vs 1h 54m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£31 vs £52). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Southeastern, Southeastern.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) train times

The table below shows live departures for Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP85964
On time
18:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
18:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90327_P90297 · P85709
On time
18:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h11
19:18 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP85970
On time
19:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
19:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90333_P90303 · P85715
On time
19:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h11
20:18 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP85976
On time
19:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
20:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85982
On time
21:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
21:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Thursday 3 September
SoutheasternP90203 · P856154:44 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h04
5:48 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP858845:59 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h52
6:51 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85884 · P86428+ThameslinkC027745:59 Folkestone West (FKW)
2h06
8:05 London St Pancras International (STP)2 changes
SoutheasternP90341+ThameslinkW454906:21 Folkestone West (FKW)
2h09
8:30 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP858866:31 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
7:24 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90219 · P856266:39 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h03
7:42 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP90219+ThameslinkC186486:39 Folkestone West (FKW)
2h04
8:43 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP858897:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
7:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP86631 · P856307:05 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h09
8:14 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP86631+TubeTube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International7:05 Folkestone West (FKW)
2h27
9:32 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP86631 · P90222+ThameslinkC185827:05 Folkestone West (FKW)
2h08
9:13 London St Pancras International (STP)2 changes
SoutheasternP858937:31 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
8:24 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90230 · P856357:35 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h08
8:43 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP90230+ThameslinkC100487:35 Folkestone West (FKW)
2h08
9:43 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP858968:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
8:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP859069:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
9:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90346 · P856489:05 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h14
10:19 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP85914_P856519:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
10:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85920_P8566110:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
11:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP8592612:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
12:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP8593313:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
13:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP8593914:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
14:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP8594514:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
15:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP8595115:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
16:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90322 · P8570317:08 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h11
18:19 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP)

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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 53m.

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 £7
Distance
102 km
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
53m
First train
3:44
Last train
19:01
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 £7

Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone West (FKW) and London St Pancras International (STP) from £7. 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 Southeastern Duration
53m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£13
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 St Pancras International (STP) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) covers a distance of 102 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) is 102 km.
The first train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) leaves at 3:44.
The last train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) departs at 19:01.
Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP).
Yes, there is a direct train between Folkestone West (FKW) and London St Pancras International (STP). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
To get from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP).
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) 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 to London St Pancras International offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Kent countryside, often referred to as the "Garden of England," with its rolling hills and charming villages.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Folkestone West to London St Pancras International. The journey takes 53m, covering 102 km. There are 7 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP).

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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone West (FKW) and London St Pancras International (STP)

Most Folkestone West (FKW) to London St Pancras International (STP) trains use the Folkestone Central to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone West (FKW) and London St Pancras International (STP) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Folkestone
Arrival train stations in London
Folkestone WestFolkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA+44 3303339232ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Folkestone West from Folkestone city centre

Folkestone West is 2 km from Folkestone city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRamsgate - St Pancras International, Faversham - St Pancras International, Margate - Ashford International, Ramsgate - London Charing Cross, Dover Priory - London Charing Cross, Ramsgate - Ashford International, Dover Priory - Ashford International, Folkestone Central - London Victoria, Dover Priory - London Cannon Street, Faversham - London Charing Cross, Dover Priory - St Pancras International, Sandwich - St Pancras International, Folkestone Central - St Pancras International, Folkestone Central - London Charing Cross, Folkestone Central - Ashford International, Dover Priory - London Bridge, Ramsgate - London Bridge, Faversham - London Bridge, Dover Priory - Tonbridge, Deal - St Pancras International, Deal - Ashford International · 2m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
Bus10, 17, 71, 71A · 4m · £3 · every ~21 min

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.

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