Folkestone to London train with Southeastern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone to London

Showing times and prices for 03 Jun

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

52 m

Average duration

53 m

Trains per day

46

Distance

103 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Folkestone to London will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

Of the 46 trains that leave Folkestone for London every day 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 103 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.

  • SoutheasternP90322_P90291
    17:081h33
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    18:41London Bridge (LBG)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP90330_P90300
    18:371h34
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    20:11London Bridge (LBG)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP90333_P90303
    19:071h34
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    20:41London Bridge (LBG)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP90327_P90297
    18:071h34
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    19:41London Bridge (LBG)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • SoutheasternP90258
    11:411h30
    Folkestone West (FKW)
    13:11London Bridge (LBG)
    £131One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Folkestone to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 103 km

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Coach

£24

Average Price

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 34m

Average total duration

3h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

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Southeastern

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Live departures

Folkestone to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to London trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP90246
On time
9:35 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h36
11:11 London Bridge (LBG)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85914_P856519:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
10:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85914_P85651 · P90249
On time
9:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h43
11:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP90252 · P85661
On time
10:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h13
11:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP90252
On time
10:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h30
12:11 London Bridge (LBG)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85920 · P85667
On time
10:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h20
12:18 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP85920 · P90255
On time
10:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h43
12:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP90258
On time
11:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h30
13:11 London Bridge (LBG)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85926 · P90261
On time
12:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h40
13:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP8592612:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
12:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90264
On time
12:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h30
14:11 London Bridge (LBG)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85933 · P90267
On time
13:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h40
14:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP8593313:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
13:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP9027013:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h31
15:12 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85939 · P90273
On time
14:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h40
15:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP85939
On time
14:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
14:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP9027614:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h30
16:11 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85945
On time
14:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
15:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90282
On time
15:38 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h33
17:11 London Bridge (LBG)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85951
On time
15:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
16:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90315 · P85698
On time
16:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h12
17:19 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP90315 · P90285
On time
16:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h34
17:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP90317_P9028816:37 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h35
18:12 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85957
On time
16:57 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h57
17:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90322_P90291 · P85703
On time
17:08 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h11
18:19 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP90323_P9029417:37 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h34
19:11 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP8596418:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
18:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90327 · P85709
On time
18:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h11
19:18 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP90327 · P90297
On time
18:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h34
19:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP90330_P9030018:37 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h34
20:11 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85970
On time
19:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
19:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90333 · P90303
On time
19:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h34
20:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP90333 · P85715
On time
19:07 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h11
20:18 London St Pancras International (STP)
1 change
SoutheasternP90306
On time
19:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h30
21:11 London Bridge (LBG)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85976
On time
19:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h56
20:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85976 · P90309
On time
19:58 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h43
21:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP9031220:41 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h30
22:11 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85982 · P90217
On time
21:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h40
22:41 London Bridge (LBG)
1 change
SoutheasternP85982
On time
21:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
21:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP9031821:42 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h33
23:15 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85988
On time
22:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
22:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85991
On time
23:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
23:54 London St Pancras International (STP)
0 changesdirect
Wednesday 3 June
SoutheasternP902034:44 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h31
6:15 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP90203 · P856154:44 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h04
5:48 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP903285:40 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h31
7:11 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP85884 · P864285:59 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h38
7:37 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
SoutheasternP858845:59 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h52
6:51 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP903416:21 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h41
8:02 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
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
SoutheasternP902196:39 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h33
8:12 London Bridge (LBG)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP858897:01 Folkestone West (FKW)
0h53
7:54 London St Pancras International (STP)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP86631 · P902227:03 Folkestone Central (FKC)
1h39
8:42 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
SoutheasternP86631 · P856307:05 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h09
8:14 London St Pancras International (STP)1 change
SoutheasternP86631 · P902227:05 Folkestone West (FKW)
1h37
8:42 London Bridge (LBG)1 change
SoutheasternP866317:05 Folkestone West (FKW)
2h01
9:06 London Victoria (VIC)0 changesdirect
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

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Folkestone to London?

The best time to book your train from Folkestone to London is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Folkestone to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Folkestone to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Folkestone to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Folkestone to London

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Trains from Folkestone to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 52m.

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
103 km
Average train duration
1h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
52m
First train
0:12
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
14 days
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 to London trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone and London 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 Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£10
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

Trains from Folkestone to London

Southeastern run 20 train services from Folkestone to London daily. Most trains arrive at London St. Pancras, except for a single service arriving at London Cannon Street. The first direct service to St. Pancras leaves at 5:58 a.m. and the last departing at 10:02 p.m. Journeys take 52 minutes, or 1 hour 40 minutes if you catch the 4:43 a.m. service to Cannon Street. 21 indirect services via Ashford are also available, which take an hour.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Folkestone to London?

Departure Station: Folkestone West All trains from Folkestone to London depart from Folkestone West. Folkestone West is half a mile west of the town centre. The 73 and 17 buses run from the heart of town, although walking from the town centre only takes around ten minutes.

Arrival Station: London St. Pancras and Cannon Street Most trains from Folkestone arrive at St. Pancras Station. Take the Piccadilly Line or the Victoria Line to reach the West End and Westminster, or the Northern Line to reach the City of London. The Cannon Street service terminates in the centre of the City of London.

FAQs: Folkestone to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Folkestone to London covers a distance of 103 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Folkestone to London is 103 km.
The first train from Folkestone to London leaves at 0:12.
The last train from Folkestone to London departs at 23:50.
Trains from Folkestone to London run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Folkestone and London. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
To get from Folkestone to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Folkestone to London.
The train station in Folkestone that goes to London is Folkestone Central (FKC), and it arrives at London St Pancras International (STP).
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to London is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Folkestone to London 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 to London is not particularly known for its scenic views, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban landscapes. However, it does pass through some countryside areas and offers glimpses of the Kent Downs.
Yes, a day trip from Folkestone to London is feasible. The journey takes 52m, covering a distance of 103 km with trains running 9 times per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and London

Folkestone
London
The major train station for departures in Folkestone is Folkestone Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone Central for your trip from Folkestone to London.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance.
  • 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: In the booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
  • 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: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: front of station, by car park
  • 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 Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop outside of the station (exit station, walk down the slope and turn right. Bus stop is just beyond the bridge)
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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