Folkestone to Maidstone train

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Cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Maidstone

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Cheapest

£23

Average

£23

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

16:131h13

Folkestone

17:26Maidstone

£231One-way

0 changes

Folkestone to Maidstone train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 15 December

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
DB SoutheasternDB Southeastern \|	16:13 Folkestone	1h13	17:26 Maidstone	0 changesDirect
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Train times from Folkestone to Maidstone

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Fastest Journey

1 h 13 m

Average

1 h 13 m

Trains per day

Distance

51 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Folkestone for Maidstone every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

16:131h13

Folkestone

17:26Maidstone

£231One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Folkestone to Maidstone

Trains from Folkestone to Maidstone run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

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

Distance

50 km

Average train duration

1h 16m

Cheapest ticket price

£7

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

45m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:30

Price information

Train providers: Southeastern trains Folkestone to Maidstone

Travel from Folkestone to Maidstone from £22 with Omio’s train partners Southeastern! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

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.

Southeastern from Folkestone to Maidstone train information:

Average Duration: 56 min
Cheapest Price: £22
Southeastern frequency: 16 a day

FAQs: Folkestone to Maidstone train

FAQs: Travel by train from Folkestone to Maidstone easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Folkestone to Maidstone.

Cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Maidstone can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Folkestone to Maidstone is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Folkestone to Maidstone is 45 min to travel the 31 mile long route, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Folkestone to Maidstone leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Folkestone to Maidstone leaves at 23: 30.

There are 7 trains a day from Folkestone to Maidstone which require at least one change with Southeastern. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Folkestone to Maidstone train with Southeastern. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route from Folkestone to Maidstone as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 30.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Folkestone Central, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Maidstone East, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Maidstone from Folkestone is worth doing with a journey time of 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Folkestone to Maidstone is July.

Yes, you can take a train from Folkestone to Maidstone.

Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and Maidstone

Folkestone

Maidstone

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 Maidstone.

Folkestone Central Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Folkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB

Phone Number

+44 3303339232

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

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Portofino Ristorante
New Delhi
Cocomee
KFC

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

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

Hotel

The Clifton Hotel
The Southcliff Hotel
Stay2a

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present

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)