Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£54

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£58

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

1 h 48 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

1 h 53 m

Trains on 20 Sept

2

Distance

101 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC), including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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
    20:411h57
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    22:38London Victoria (VIC)
    £541One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    7:371h48
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    9:25London Victoria (VIC)
    £631One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 101 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£34

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£19

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 32m

Average total duration

3h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) is a coach with an average price of £12.

This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC):

A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average £34.

The fastest way to travel from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to London Victoria (VIC) take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Victoria (VIC) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 38m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £34 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.

Live departures

Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Southeastern7:37 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h48
9:25 London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Southeastern operates all trains services from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC)

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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 18:26. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 4m.

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
101 km
Average train duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
4:59
Last train
18:26
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 Victoria (VIC) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Victoria (VIC) 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 Southeastern Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£15
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 West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) covers a distance of 101 km and takes approximately 1h 4m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) is 101 km.
The first train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) departs at 18:26.
Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC).
To get from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC).
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Kent, known as the "Garden of England," with glimpses of rolling hills, charming villages, and lush greenery.
Yes, a day trip from Folkestone West to London Victoria is feasible. The journey takes 1h 4m, covers 101 km, and trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone West (FKW) and London Victoria (VIC)

Most Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) trains use the Folkestone Central to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone West (FKW) and London Victoria (VIC) 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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