The cheapest and fastest trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 21 trains that leave London Bridge (LBG) for Folkestone West (FKW) every day 9 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 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
P89014_J001179:411h36London Bridge (LBG)11:17Folkestone West (FKW)£181One-way0 changes
P89032_J0013812:411h36London Bridge (LBG)14:17Folkestone West (FKW)£181One-way0 changes
P89020_J0013710:411h36London Bridge (LBG)12:17Folkestone West (FKW)£191One-way0 changes
P89008_J001368:411h36London Bridge (LBG)10:17Folkestone West (FKW)£191One-way0 changes
P89058_J0014016:411h36London Bridge (LBG)18:17Folkestone West (FKW)£191One-way0 changes
W45810+
P8596317:361h21London Bridge (LBG)18:57Folkestone West (FKW)£481One-way1 change
P85944+
W4576614:361h23London Bridge (LBG)15:59Folkestone West (FKW)£481One-way1 change
W45791+
P8593212:361h23London Bridge (LBG)13:59Folkestone West (FKW)£481One-way1 change
P85950+
W4578315:361h23London Bridge (LBG)16:59Folkestone West (FKW)£481One-way1 change
P85938+
W4576013:361h23London Bridge (LBG)14:59Folkestone West (FKW)£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 98 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£24 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) trains for today, Saturday 1 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P89069 | On time 18:09 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h32 | 19:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
P89076 | On time 19:09 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h32 | 20:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 2 August | |||||
P85638 · P89005+ Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International | 8:00 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h41 | 9:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
P85904+ Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International | 8:27 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h33 | 10:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89008_J00136 | 8:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 10:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45747+ P85912 | 9:24 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h32 | 10:56 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P85912+ Tube from London Bridge to London St Pancras International | 9:24 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h32 | 10:56 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89014_J00117 | 9:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 11:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45757+ P85919 | 10:36 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h24 | 12:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89020_J00137 | 10:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 12:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C22706+ P85925 | 11:28 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h28 | 12:56 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89026_J00118 | 11:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 13:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45791+ P85932 | 12:36 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h23 | 13:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89032_J00138 | 12:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 14:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45760+ P85938 | 13:36 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h23 | 14:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89038_J00119 | 13:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 15:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45766+ P85944 | 14:36 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h23 | 15:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89044_J00139 | 14:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 16:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45783+ P85950 | 15:36 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h23 | 16:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89051_J00150 | 15:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 17:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45773+ P85956 | 16:36 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h24 | 18:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
P89058_J00140 | 16:41 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h36 | 18:17 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45810+ P85963 | 17:36 London Bridge (LBG) | 1h21 | 18:57 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW)
Trains from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 7:44 |
Last train 23:13 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Southeastern, Thameslink from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) trainsSoutheastern, Thameslink trains will get you between London Bridge (LBG) and Folkestone West (FKW) 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: London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) 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 West (FKW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Bridge (LBG) and Folkestone West (FKW)
Most London Bridge (LBG) to Folkestone West (FKW) trains use the London St Pancras International to Folkestone West station pair. Use this guide to compare London Bridge (LBG) and Folkestone West (FKW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Bridge from London city centre
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge train station facilities and services
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, 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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