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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chatham to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 56 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Chatham to Folkestone, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£19. The journey takes 1h 10m versus 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Folkestone from Chatham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Chatham to Folkestone is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Folkestone are Canterbury, Calais, Dover, Ashford and London. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Folkestone on Omio.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
Calais is a Channel port in northern France, known for its close ties to Britain, wide beach and maritime feel. The city mixes wartime history and lace-making heritage with a seafront made more distinctive by the Dragon de Calais.
Dover is a historic Kent port known for the White Cliffs and Dover Castle. Its busy harbour, wartime past and chalk coastline give the town a distinctly maritime character.
Ashford is a Kent market town best known for Ashford Designer Outlet and its position near the Kent Downs. The town blends modern shopping and leisure with access to countryside, vineyards and historic villages.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
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However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chatham and Folkestone as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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