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Compare coach and train for Folkestone to Rainham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Rainham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, 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 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone to Rainham:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Folkestone to Rainham costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Rainham take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 30m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone to Rainham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Folkestone to Rainham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:28, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 1:28 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone to Rainham trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone and Rainham from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Folkestone to Rainham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Rainham 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 Rainham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and Rainham
Most Folkestone to Rainham trains use the Folkestone Central to Rainham (Kent) station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone and Rainham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Folkestone station do trains to Rainham leave from?
Getting to Folkestone Central from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone Central train station facilities and services
Folkestone Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone Central. 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 Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone Central: 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.
Which Rainham station do trains from Folkestone arrive at?
Getting to Rainham (Kent) from Rainham city centre
Rainham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Rainham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Rainham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rainham (Kent). 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 Rainham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rainham (Kent): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rainham (Kent): 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 platform 0 or 1 for services towards London via main station entrance or side entrance out of hours. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance and short ramp from Granary Close. Step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 250 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: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:48 Saturday 06:30 - 20:48 Sunday 07:45 - 19:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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