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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sandwich to Folkestone
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
24 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sandwich to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sandwich to Folkestone will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Sandwich for Folkestone every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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.
13:210h34
Sandwich13:55Folkestone
£161One-way
0 changes
13:210h34
Sandwich13:55Folkestone
£161One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Sandwich to Folkestone train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:36
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:03 Sandwich | 0h34 | 04:37 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sandwich to Folkestone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sandwich to Folkestone run on average 3 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern from Sandwich to Folkestone trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Sandwich and Folkestone 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
34m
Cheapest Price
£7
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: Sandwich to Folkestone train
FAQs: Travel by train from Sandwich to Folkestone 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 Sandwich to Folkestone.
The train distance from Sandwich to Folkestone is 24 km.
Booking trains from Sandwich to Folkestone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sandwich to Folkestone covers a distance of 24 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Sandwich to Folkestone leaves at 0:01.
The cost of a train ticket from Sandwich to Folkestone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The last train from Sandwich to Folkestone departs at 23:44.
The cheapest way to get from Sandwich to Folkestone is by train, costing approximately £8.
Trains from Sandwich to Folkestone run approximately 3 times per day.
The train station in Sandwich that goes to Folkestone is Sandwich station (SDW), and it arrives at Folkestone Central (FKC).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sandwich to Folkestone.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sandwich to Folkestone.
There is no night train service from Sandwich to Folkestone.
Yes, you can take the train from Sandwich to Folkestone.
To travel from Sandwich to Folkestone, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sandwich and Folkestone
Sandwich
Folkestone
The major train station for departures in Sandwich is Sandwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sandwich for your trip from Sandwich to Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 11:00 Saturday 06:30 - 11:00 Sunday Closed 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: 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 for services towards London via main entrance from car park. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance from Dover Road. Step free interchange via level crossing is around 350 metres. Stepped access between platforms available via station footbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: from booking hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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 Sandwich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Delfside Close
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 Sandwich.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
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: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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 West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
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