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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone
Cheapest price
£188
Average price
£188
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone will cost around £188 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £188.
To travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone you need to make at least one change.
7:102h51Stoke-on-Trent10:01Folkestone£1881One-way1 change- 8:102h51Stoke-on-Trent11:01Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 9:102h51Stoke-on-Trent12:01Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 10:102h51Stoke-on-Trent13:01Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 11:102h52Stoke-on-Trent14:02Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 15:532h37Stoke-on-Trent18:30Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 16:102h50Stoke-on-Trent19:00Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 18:112h50Stoke-on-Trent21:01Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 7:102h51Stoke-on-Trent10:01Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
- 8:102h51Stoke-on-Trent11:01Folkestone£1881One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 314 km
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£82 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h51 | 10:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 8:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h51 | 11:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 9:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h51 | 12:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 10:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h51 | 13:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 11:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h52 | 14:02 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 12:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h51 | 15:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 13:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h51 | 16:01 Folkestone | 1 change | |
| 14:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 2h52 | 17:02 Folkestone | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 314 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 314 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 4:44 |
Last train 18:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Folkestone from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent and Folkestone
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Folkestone West station pair, with some services arriving at Folkestone Central. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Folkestone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Folkestone leave from?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: 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 taxis: By the North end of platform 1, 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.
Which Folkestone station do trains from Stoke-on-Trent arrive at?
Getting to Folkestone West from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone West is 2 km from Folkestone city centre. Public transport options include:
Folkestone West train station facilities and services
Folkestone West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone West. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Folkestone West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone West: 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.
Getting to Folkestone Central from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone Central train station facilities and services
Folkestone Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone Central. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Folkestone Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone Central: 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.
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