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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 30 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) 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 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
5:581h30Rainham (Kent) (RAI)7:28Folkestone Central (FKC)£241One-way0 changes
- 5:581h30Rainham (Kent) (RAI)7:28Folkestone Central (FKC)£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 50 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC):
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Folkestone Central (FKC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.98. The journey takes 1h 13m versus 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:06 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 1h32 | 13:38 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:03 Rainham (Kent) (RAI) | 1h35 | 20:38 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
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Trains from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 5:58 |
Last train 23:06 |
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FAQs: Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rainham (Kent) (RAI) to Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 Central (FKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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