The average train between Folkestone and Caterham takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Caterham. 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 Folkestone and Caterham. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Caterham at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Caterham? 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 Folkestone to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Caterham station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Folkestone to Caterham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Caterham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Caterham station.
Book your Folkestone to Caterham train tickets online with Southeastern, Thameslink and Southern.
The distance between Folkestone and Caterham is 89.7 km. The road distance is 146 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Caterham via London St Pancras Intl and East Croydon in around 2h 13m.