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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone to Stratford
Showing times and prices for 15 May
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
98 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Stratford will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Fast trains
Of the 51 trains that leave Folkestone for Stratford every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.
P7499010:580h48Folkestone West (FKW)11:46Stratford International (SFA)£201One-way0 changes- P63593 · P744169:051h06Folkestone West (FKW)10:11Stratford International (SFA)£221One-way1 change
- P7498712:010h45Folkestone West (FKW)12:46Stratford International (SFA)£221One-way0 changes
- P7498114:010h45Folkestone West (FKW)14:46Stratford International (SFA)£221One-way0 changes
- P7498413:010h45Folkestone West (FKW)13:46Stratford International (SFA)£221One-way0 changes
- P634015:590h44Folkestone West (FKW)6:43Stratford International (SFA)£371One-way0 changes
- P635798:010h45Folkestone West (FKW)8:46Stratford International (SFA)£481One-way0 changes
- P634029:010h45Folkestone West (FKW)9:46Stratford International (SFA)£371One-way0 changes
- P7498712:010h45Folkestone West (FKW)12:46Stratford International (SFA)£221One-way0 changes
- P7498114:010h45Folkestone West (FKW)14:46Stratford International (SFA)£221One-way0 changes
Live departures
Folkestone to Stratford train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Stratford trains for tomorrow, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P63471+ Tube from London Bridge to Stratford (London) | 4:44 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2h13 | 6:57 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
| P63471 · P62744 | 4:44 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h56 | 5:40 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
P63471 · P62744+ G24314 | 4:44 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h29 | 6:13 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P63401 | 5:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h44 | 6:43 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P63401+G24389 | 5:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h10 | 7:09 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P75131 | 6:31 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 7:16 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P75131+G24438 | 6:31 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h14 | 7:45 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P63474 · P74423 | 6:39 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h55 | 7:34 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P63474 · P74423+G24460 | 6:39 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h23 | 8:02 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P74999 | 7:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 7:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P74999+L24093 | 7:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h11 | 8:12 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P63638 · P74422 | 7:05 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h01 | 8:06 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P63638 · P74422+G24510 | 7:05 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h27 | 8:32 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P75130 | 7:31 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 8:16 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P75130+L24094 | 7:31 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h11 | 8:42 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P63476 · P74420+G24556 | 7:35 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h27 | 9:02 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P63476 · P74420 | 7:35 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h59 | 8:34 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P63579+L23940 | 8:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h11 | 9:12 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P63579 | 8:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 8:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P63402+G24645 | 9:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h14 | 10:15 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P63402 | 9:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 9:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P63593 · P74416+G24294 | 9:05 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h31 | 10:36 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P63593 · P74416 | 9:05 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h06 | 10:11 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P74993+G24350 | 10:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h12 | 11:13 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74993 | 10:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h48 | 10:49 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P74990 | 10:58 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h48 | 11:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P74990+G24432 | 10:58 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h15 | 12:13 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74987 | 12:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 12:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P74987+G24513 | 12:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h12 | 13:13 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74984 | 13:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 13:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P74984+G24585 | 13:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h12 | 14:13 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74981 | 14:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 14:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P74981+G24655 | 14:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h12 | 15:13 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74978 | 14:58 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h48 | 15:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P74978+G24362 | 14:58 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h15 | 16:13 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P63403 | 15:58 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h49 | 16:47 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P63403+G24473 | 15:58 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h16 | 17:14 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74843 · P74395 | 16:07 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h03 | 17:10 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P74843 · P74395+G24523 | 16:07 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h27 | 17:34 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P63404 | 16:54 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h52 | 17:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P63404+G24595 | 16:54 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h20 | 18:14 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74840 · P74392 | 17:08 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h02 | 18:10 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P74840 · P74392+G24634 | 17:08 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h26 | 18:34 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P63405 | 18:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 18:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P63405+G24330 | 18:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h14 | 19:15 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74838_P74852 · P74389 | 18:07 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h03 | 19:10 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P74838_P74852 · P74389+G24364 | 18:07 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h32 | 19:39 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
| P63406 | 19:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0h45 | 19:46 Stratford International (SFA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P63406+G24413 | 19:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h12 | 20:13 Maryland (MYL) | 1 change | |
| P74833_P74849 · P74386 | 19:07 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h03 | 20:10 Stratford International (SFA) | 1 change | |
| P74833_P74849 · P74386+G24437 | 19:07 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h29 | 20:36 Maryland (MYL) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone to Stratford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Folkestone to Stratford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 45m.
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 98 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 49 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.
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Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone to Stratford trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone and Stratford from £17. 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
45m
Cheapest Price
£17
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 to Stratford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone to Stratford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Folkestone to Stratford covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 45m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Folkestone to Stratford is 98 km.
The first train from Folkestone to Stratford leaves at 0:20.
The last train from Folkestone to Stratford departs at 23:48.
Trains from Folkestone to Stratford run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone to Stratford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Folkestone and Stratford. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
To travel from Folkestone to Stratford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Folkestone to Stratford.
The train station in Folkestone that goes to Stratford is Folkestone Central (FKC), and it arrives at Stratford International (SFA).
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Stratford is by train, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Folkestone to Stratford 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 Stratford offers pleasant views, particularly as it passes through the Kent countryside, providing glimpses of rolling hills and scenic landscapes before entering the urban areas of London.
Yes, a day trip from Folkestone to Stratford is feasible. The journey takes 45m with trains running 10 times per day. The distance is 98 km.
For a fulfilling visit to Stratford, two to three days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as Shakespeare's Birthplace, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and the picturesque River Avon.
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone to Stratford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and Stratford
Folkestone
Stratford
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 Stratford.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
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
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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
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.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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.
The major train station for arrivals in Stratford is Stratford International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stratford International for your journey to Stratford from Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 22:00 Saturday 06:15 - 22:00 Sunday 09:30 - 17:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WH Smiths
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: on platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park and alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stratford International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
- Metro: Docklands Light Railway is available at the station for onward connection to London Underground and DLR stations.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 13:15 Saturday 06:40 - 13:45 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Maryland
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services cannot operate from this station. Stratford (London) station is 10 minute signposted walk. Click here for map of walking route
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Public transport options for Stratford (London)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
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