The average train between Buxton and Folkestone takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Buxton to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Buxton and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Buxton is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Buxton to Folkestone? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Buxton station and arriving at Folkestone station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Buxton to Folkestone train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Buxton station.
Buxton to Folkestone train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Folkestone Central station.
Book your Buxton to Folkestone train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Southeastern.
The distance between Buxton and Folkestone is 320.2 km. The road distance is 428 km.
You can take a train from Buxton to Folkestone Central via Stockport, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 46m.