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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sevenoaks to Folkestone
Showing times and prices for 05 May
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sevenoaks to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sevenoaks to Folkestone will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Sevenoaks for Folkestone every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
8:101h40Sevenoaks9:50Folkestone£351One-way1 change- 9:091h35Sevenoaks10:44Folkestone£351One-way1 change
- 10:071h36Sevenoaks11:43Folkestone£351One-way1 change
- 11:071h36Sevenoaks12:43Folkestone£351One-way1 change
- 12:071h36Sevenoaks13:43Folkestone£351One-way1 change
- 9:391h02Sevenoaks10:41Folkestone£361One-way0 changes
- 10:371h03Sevenoaks11:40Folkestone£361One-way0 changes
- 11:371h03Sevenoaks12:40Folkestone£361One-way0 changes
- 12:371h03Sevenoaks13:40Folkestone£361One-way0 changes
- 8:391h08Sevenoaks9:47Folkestone£361One-way0 changes
Live departures
Sevenoaks to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Sevenoaks to Folkestone trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0:11 Sevenoaks | 1h09 | 1:20 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:02 Sevenoaks | 1h09 | 8:11 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:38 Sevenoaks | 1h10 | 8:48 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:10 Sevenoaks | 1h40 | 9:50 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 8:39 Sevenoaks | 1h08 | 9:47 Folkestone | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Sevenoaks to Folkestone by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sevenoaks to Folkestone run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 2m.
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 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:37 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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 Sevenoaks to Folkestone trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Sevenoaks and Folkestone from £33. 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 14m
Cheapest Price
£12
Southeastern frequency
3 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: Sevenoaks to Folkestone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sevenoaks to Folkestone 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Sevenoaks to Folkestone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The train journey from Sevenoaks to Folkestone covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Sevenoaks to Folkestone is 72 km.
The first train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone leaves at 0:11.
The last train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone departs at 23:37.
Trains from Sevenoaks to Folkestone run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sevenoaks to Folkestone.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sevenoaks and Folkestone. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
To travel from Sevenoaks to Folkestone, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Sevenoaks to Folkestone.
The train station in Sevenoaks that goes to Folkestone is Sevenoaks station (SEV), and it arrives at Folkestone West (FKW).
The cheapest way to get from Sevenoaks to Folkestone is by train, costing approximately £33.
Booking trains from Sevenoaks 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 Sevenoaks to Folkestone offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque Kent countryside, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and stretches of woodland.
Yes, a day trip from Sevenoaks to Folkestone is feasible. The journey takes 1h 2m, covers 72 km, and has a frequency of 2 trains per day.
A two to three-day visit to Folkestone is ideal to explore its coastal attractions, enjoy the Creative Quarter, and take leisurely walks along the Harbour Arm.
Yes, you can take the train from Sevenoaks to Folkestone.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sevenoaks and Folkestone
Sevenoaks
Folkestone
The major train station for departures in Sevenoaks is Sevenoaks. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sevenoaks for your trip from Sevenoaks to Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 07:15 - 21:15 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Flower stall
Parking
- Car Park: Car Park 1 - Mobility & Motorcycles
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. 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 booking hall via steep ramp to station entrance. Lift access to booking hall available from Blue badge parking area. Step free access to all platforms via lift from overbridge. Stepped access to all platforms via overbridge. Only stepped access from car park adjacent to Platform 4 to the overbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: 4 x in booking hall 2 x rear entrance ( from Car Park 1)
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Station concourse- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park and on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information 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 Sevenoaks
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt adjacent to platform 4 and also from the Car park adjacent to platform 1.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- 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 is available via a ramp from Sevenoaks Community Centre car park. Step free access to platform 2 is from the main station entrance for services away from London. There is only stepped access via a footbridge between platforms within the station. Step free interchange is available via Otford Road and the Community Centre car park.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: platform 2
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilet is part of the Community cafe located in the old Booking Hall building on platform 2.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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 Bat & Ball
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
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 Sevenoaks.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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