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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewes to Folkestone
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
85 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lewes to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lewes to Folkestone will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Lewes for Folkestone every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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.
01:045h55
Lewes06:59Folkestone
£331One-way
0 changes
04:393h10
Lewes07:49Folkestone
£341One-way
0 changes
04:393h10
Lewes07:49Folkestone
£341One-way
0 changes
01:045h55
Lewes06:59Folkestone
£331One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Lewes to Folkestone train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 05:38
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:04 Lewes | 5h55 | 06:59 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:39 Lewes | 3h10 | 07:49 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lewes to Folkestone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lewes to Folkestone run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 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 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 02:04 |
Last train 21:58 |
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
Train companies: Southern from Lewes to Folkestone trainsSouthern trains will get you between Lewes and Folkestone from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southern
About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
£33
Southern frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
FAQs: Lewes to Folkestone train
FAQs: Travel by train from Lewes to Folkestone 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 Lewes to Folkestone.
The train distance from Lewes to Folkestone is 85 km.
Booking trains from Lewes to Folkestone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Lewes to Folkestone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The train journey from Lewes to Folkestone covers a distance of 85 km and takes approximately 2h 17m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Folkestone is by train, costing approximately £32.
The train station in Lewes that goes to Folkestone is Lewes station (LWS), and it arrives at Folkestone West (FKW).
The first train from Lewes to Folkestone leaves at 2:04.
The last train from Lewes to Folkestone departs at 21:58.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lewes to Folkestone.
Trains from Lewes to Folkestone run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Lewes to Folkestone.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lewes to Folkestone.
There is no night train service from Lewes to Folkestone.
To travel from Lewes to Folkestone, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lewes and Folkestone
Lewes
Folkestone
The major train station for departures in Lewes is Lewes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lewes for your trip from Lewes to Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramp to platforms 2 and 3 (to London / some trains to Seaford / Eastbourne). Ramp is over 400m long and above 1:10 gradient). Lifts to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on all platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Cycle Hub in main car park, access via the Key.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Folkestone is Folkestone Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone Central for your journey to Folkestone from Lewes.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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.
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