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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
102 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Folkestone Central (FKC) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
05:552h07
London Victoria (VIC)08:02Folkestone Central (FKC)
£191One-way
0 changes
05:052h09
London Victoria (VIC)07:14Folkestone Central (FKC)
£251One-way
0 changes
17:252h24
London Victoria (VIC)19:49Folkestone Central (FKC)
£391One-way
0 changes
07:552h07
London Victoria (VIC)10:02Folkestone Central (FKC)
£421One-way
0 changes
07:552h07
London Victoria (VIC)10:02Folkestone Central (FKC)
£421One-way
0 changes
05:552h07
London Victoria (VIC)08:02Folkestone Central (FKC)
£191One-way
0 changes
05:052h09
London Victoria (VIC)07:14Folkestone Central (FKC)
£251One-way
0 changes
17:252h24
London Victoria (VIC)19:49Folkestone Central (FKC)
£391One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 102 km
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£25 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 19:45
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:05 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h09 | 07:14 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:55 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h07 | 08:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:55 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h07 | 10:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:25 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h24 | 19:49 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 17:25 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Train companies: Southeastern from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Victoria (VIC) and Folkestone Central (FKC) from £8. 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
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
£17
Southeastern frequency
7 a day
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: London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train
FAQs: Travel by train from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Booking trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is 102 km.
To get from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) covers a distance of 102 km and takes approximately 1h 40m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cheapest way to get from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The first train from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) leaves at 4:55.
The last train from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) departs at 17:25.
Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Yes, you can take the train from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
There is no night train service from London Victoria (VIC) to Folkestone Central (FKC).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Victoria (VIC) and Folkestone Central (FKC)
London
Folkestone
The major train station for departures in London is London Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your trip from London to Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- 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 - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Victoria
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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 London.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation 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)
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