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6:381h19Herne Bay7:57Folkestone£151One-way0 changes- 7:211h40Herne Bay9:01Folkestone£151One-way0 changes
- 0:095h28Herne Bay5:37Folkestone£261One-way1 change
- 8:111h46Herne Bay9:57Folkestone£261One-way1 change
- 9:111h44Herne Bay10:55Folkestone£261One-way1 change
- 14:461h18Herne Bay16:04Folkestone£261One-way1 change
- 15:461h18Herne Bay17:04Folkestone£261One-way1 change
- 6:381h19Herne Bay7:57Folkestone£151One-way0 changes
- 16:111h23Herne Bay17:34Folkestone£261One-way1 change
- 15:061h28Herne Bay16:34Folkestone£261One-way1 change
Live departures
Herne Bay to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Herne Bay to Folkestone trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:08 Herne Bay | 1h48 | 13:56 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 13:07 Herne Bay | 1h49 | 14:56 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 14:08 Herne Bay | 1h47 | 15:55 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 15:08 Herne Bay | 1h47 | 16:55 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 16:08 Herne Bay | 1h47 | 17:55 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 17:08 Herne Bay | 1h47 | 18:55 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 18:08 Herne Bay | 1h49 | 19:57 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 19:08 Herne Bay | 1h49 | 20:57 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 20:08 Herne Bay | 1h49 | 21:57 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 20:46 Herne Bay | 2h11 | 22:57 Folkestone | 2 changes | |
| 21:08 Herne Bay | 1h33 | 22:41 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 21:46 Herne Bay | 6h55 | 4:41 Folkestone | 2 changes | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
| 0:09 Herne Bay | 5h28 | 5:37 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 4:52 Herne Bay | 2h35 | 7:27 Folkestone | 2 changes | |
| 6:31 Herne Bay | 2h00 | 8:31 Folkestone | 2 changes | |
| 6:38 Herne Bay | 1h19 | 7:57 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:21 Herne Bay | 1h40 | 9:01 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:32 Herne Bay | 1h59 | 9:31 Folkestone | 2 changes | |
| 8:08 Herne Bay | 2h29 | 10:37 Folkestone | 2 changes | |
| 8:11 Herne Bay | 1h46 | 9:57 Folkestone | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Herne Bay to Folkestone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Herne Bay to Folkestone, including direct trains, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Lowest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 22:02 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Southeastern from Herne Bay to Folkestone trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Herne Bay and Folkestone from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Herne Bay to Folkestone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herne Bay to Folkestone 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 Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Herne Bay and Folkestone
Most Herne Bay to Folkestone trains use the Herne Bay to Folkestone Central station pair, with some services arriving at Folkestone West. Use this guide to compare Herne Bay and Folkestone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Herne Bay station do trains to Folkestone leave from?
Getting to Herne Bay from Herne Bay city centre
Herne Bay is 1 km from Herne Bay city centre. Public transport options include:
Herne Bay train station facilities and services
Herne Bay has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Herne Bay. 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 Herne Bay: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Herne Bay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Herne Bay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. 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 2 for services away from London direct from the station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Only Stepped access via the station subway to platform 1 for services towards London. No step free interchange between platforms, 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: platform 2, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:00 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Folkestone station do trains from Herne Bay arrive at?
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.
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.
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