The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stratford (London) (SRA) for Folkestone Central (FKC) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 96 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£37 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P75604 · P73250 | On time 08:48 Stratford International (SFA) | 0h55 | 09:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
P13861 | On time 09:14 Stratford International (SFA) | 0h48 | 10:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P13851 · P73245 | On time 09:48 Stratford International (SFA) | 0h55 | 10:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
P13863 | On time 10:12 Stratford International (SFA) | 0h50 | 11:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
P13852 · P73240 | On time 10:48 Stratford International (SFA) | 0h55 | 11:43 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 change | |
P13864 | On time 11:15 Stratford International (SFA) | 0h48 | 12:03 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 10:15. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 47m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 07:48 |
Last train 10:15 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Stratford (London) (SRA) and Folkestone Central (FKC) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stratford (London) (SRA) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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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Important Stations and Airports in Stratford (London) (SRA) and Folkestone Central (FKC)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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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