The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW)
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidenhead station (MAI) 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 Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW) will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW) you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:132h58Maidenhead station (MAI)8:11Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
5:582h01Maidenhead station (MAI)7:59Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
6:572h50Maidenhead station (MAI)9:47Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
7:061h53Maidenhead station (MAI)8:59Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
7:572h44Maidenhead station (MAI)10:41Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
7:061h53Maidenhead station (MAI)8:59Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
7:061h53Maidenhead station (MAI)8:59Folkestone West (FKW)£801One-way3 changes
8:061h53Maidenhead station (MAI)9:59Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
9:051h54Maidenhead station (MAI)10:59Folkestone West (FKW)£801One-way3 changes
9:592h00Maidenhead station (MAI)11:59Folkestone West (FKW)£711One-way2 changes
Live departures
Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW) trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:13 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h58 | 8:11 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 5:23 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h48 | 8:11 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 5:58 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h01 | 7:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:57 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h50 | 9:47 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:06 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 1h53 | 8:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:06 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 1h53 | 8:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:18 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h29 | 9:47 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:57 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h44 | 10:41 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:06 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 1h53 | 9:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:43 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h57 | 11:40 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:57 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h02 | 10:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:05 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 1h54 | 10:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:40 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 3h00 | 12:40 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:59 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h00 | 11:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:41 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h59 | 13:40 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:59 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h00 | 12:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:41 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h59 | 14:40 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:59 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h01 | 14:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:41 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 3h04 | 15:45 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:59 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h00 | 14:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:41 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h18 | 15:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:53 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h06 | 15:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:41 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h19 | 17:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:56 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h04 | 17:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:01 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h00 | 18:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:11 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 3h09 | 19:20 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:28 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h00 | 18:28 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:59 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h02 | 19:01 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:44 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 3h03 | 20:47 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 17:58 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h02 | 20:00 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:41 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 3h04 | 21:45 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 18:58 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h01 | 20:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:42 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h17 | 21:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:55 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h04 | 21:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 20:42 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h17 | 22:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:55 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h04 | 22:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 21:42 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h17 | 23:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:52 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 2h07 | 23:59 Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW)
Trains from Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 21:52 |
Train companies: Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW) trainsElizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Maidenhead station (MAI) and Folkestone West (FKW) from £71. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Maidenhead station (MAI) to Folkestone West (FKW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidenhead station (MAI) 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 Maidenhead station (MAI) and Folkestone West (FKW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
