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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
51 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
52 m
Trains on 18 Sept
30
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 30 trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.
P8591010:070h52London St Pancras International (STP)10:59Folkestone West (FKW)£201One-way0 changes- P8593013:070h52London St Pancras International (STP)13:59Folkestone West (FKW)£201One-way0 changes
- P8592312:040h55London St Pancras International (STP)12:59Folkestone West (FKW)£201One-way0 changes
- P8591711:070h52London St Pancras International (STP)11:59Folkestone West (FKW)£201One-way0 changes
- P858948:040h55London St Pancras International (STP)8:59Folkestone West (FKW)£211One-way0 changes
- P8596118:070h51London St Pancras International (STP)18:58Folkestone West (FKW)£341One-way0 changes
- P859029:070h52London St Pancras International (STP)9:59Folkestone West (FKW)£211One-way0 changes
- P858887:070h52London St Pancras International (STP)7:59Folkestone West (FKW)£211One-way0 changes
- P8591010:070h52London St Pancras International (STP)10:59Folkestone West (FKW)£201One-way0 changes
- P8593013:070h52London St Pancras International (STP)13:59Folkestone West (FKW)£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 102 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW):
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Folkestone West (FKW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 15m.
The journey is about 52m faster (56m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly £20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£32 vs £52). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Southeastern, Southeastern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P85888 | 7:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 7:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85628 · P88995 | 7:39 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h10 | 8:49 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85894 | 8:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h55 | 8:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85636 · P89003 | 8:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h12 | 9:52 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85902 | 9:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 9:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85643 · P89009 | 9:36 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h06 | 10:42 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85910 | 10:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 10:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85653 · P89015 | 10:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 11:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85917 | 11:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 11:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85663 · P89021 | 11:37 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h04 | 12:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85923 | 12:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h55 | 12:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85671 · P89027 | 12:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 13:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85930 | 13:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 13:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85677 · P89033 | 13:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 14:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85936 | 14:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 14:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85683 · P89039 | 14:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h06 | 15:46 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85942 | 15:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 15:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85689 · P89045 | 15:37 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h09 | 16:46 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85948 | 16:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h56 | 17:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85695 · P89052 | 16:37 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h09 | 17:46 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85954 | 17:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 18:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85960 | 17:34 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 18:28 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85749 · P89059 | 17:50 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h56 | 18:46 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85961 | 18:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h51 | 18:58 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85706 · P89067 | 18:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h07 | 19:47 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85967 | 19:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h53 | 20:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85712 · P89075 | 19:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h08 | 20:48 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85973 | 20:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h54 | 21:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85718 · P89082 | 20:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h06 | 21:46 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
| P85979 | 21:07 London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h52 | 21:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P85726 · P89089 | 21:40 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h06 | 22:46 Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 51m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 7:04 |
Last train 23:12 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Southeastern from London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) and Folkestone West (FKW) from £7. 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) and Folkestone West (FKW)
Most London St Pancras International (STP) to Folkestone West (FKW) trains use the London St Pancras International to Folkestone West station pair. Use this guide to compare London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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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