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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Folkestone
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£182
Average price
£182
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
296 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford to Folkestone will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £182.
Fast trains
To travel from Stafford to Folkestone you need to make at least one change.
09:003h02
Stafford12:02Folkestone
£1821One-way
1 change
09:343h27
Stafford13:01Folkestone
£1821One-way
1 change
09:003h02
Stafford12:02Folkestone
£1821One-way
1 change
09:343h27
Stafford13:01Folkestone
£1821One-way
1 change
Live departures
Stafford to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford to Folkestone trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:14 Stafford | 2h44 | 09:58 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 08:14 Stafford | 2h47 | 11:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 09:14 Stafford | 2h48 | 12:02 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 10:14 Stafford | 2h47 | 13:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford to Folkestone
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Trains from Stafford to Folkestone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £184 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 19:52. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 2h 38m.
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 296 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £184 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 19:52 |
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: Avanti West Coast from Stafford to Folkestone trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Stafford and Folkestone from £184. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Price
£182
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Stafford to Folkestone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford 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.
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.
The train journey from Stafford to Folkestone offers a blend of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, farms, and small towns, particularly as you travel through regions like the Midlands and Kent.
The train distance from Stafford to Folkestone is 296 km.
The train journey from Stafford to Folkestone covers a distance of 296 km and takes approximately 2h 38m. Trains run 6 per day.
A day trip from Stafford to Folkestone is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 38m, and trains run 6 times per day. The distance is 296 km.
The first train from Stafford to Folkestone leaves at 4:41.
Booking trains from Stafford to Folkestone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Stafford to Folkestone departs at 19:52.
Trains from Stafford to Folkestone run approximately 6 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Stafford to Folkestone can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £184, while the average price tends to be around £184.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stafford to Folkestone.
There is no night train service from Stafford to Folkestone.
The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Folkestone is by train, costing approximately £184.
The train station in Stafford that goes to Folkestone is Stafford station (STA), and it arrives at Folkestone West (FKW).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stafford to Folkestone.
Yes, you can take the train from Stafford to Folkestone.
To travel from Stafford to Folkestone, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stafford and Folkestone
Stafford
Folkestone
The major train station for departures in Stafford is Stafford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stafford for your trip from Stafford to Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stafford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.
The major train station for arrivals in Folkestone is Folkestone West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone West for your journey to Folkestone from Stafford.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost 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.
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)
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