The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
- Cheapest price on 04 Nov
- £7
- Average ticket price on 04 Nov
- £28
- Fastest journey on 04 Nov
- 1 h 36 m
- Average journey duration on 04 Nov
- 1 h 40 m
- Trains on 04 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East (WAE) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 4 trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.

6:39 1h38 Folkestone West (FKW) 8:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
8:35 1h42 Folkestone West (FKW) 10:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) £20 1 One-way 0 changes
11:41 1h36 Folkestone West (FKW) 13:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) £35 1 One-way 0 changes
6:05 1h43 Folkestone West (FKW) 7:48 London Waterloo East (WAE) £50 1 One-way 0 changes

11:41 1h36 Folkestone West (FKW) 13:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) £35 1 One-way 0 changes
6:39 1h38 Folkestone West (FKW) 8:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
8:35 1h42 Folkestone West (FKW) 10:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) £20 1 One-way 0 changes
6:05 1h43 Folkestone West (FKW) 7:48 London Waterloo East (WAE) £50 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:58, the last at 16:37. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 9:58 |
Last train 16:37 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trip
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Live departures
Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h43 | 7:48 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:39 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h38 | 8:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:35 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h42 | 10:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h36 | 13:17 London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East (WAE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone West (FKW) and London Waterloo East (WAE)
Most Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains use the Folkestone Central to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone West (FKW) and London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East from London city centre
London Waterloo East is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo East train station facilities and services
London Waterloo East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo East.
Tickets and information
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 London Waterloo East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo East: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. 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 Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
