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Duration	1h 43m
Distance	59.3 miles
Average price	£40
Frequency	16/day

Trip overview

The average train between Folkestone and Eastbourne takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Eastbourne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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Ashford International
Eastbourne

2h 22m

£20 - £53

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Folkestone to Eastbourne train times

Trains run hourly between Folkestone and Eastbourne. The earliest departure is at 18:00 in the evening, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 21:00 which arrives into Eastbourne at 22:44. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Southeastern, Southern

18:00 Folkestone

19:43 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

19:00 Folkestone

20:43 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

20:00 Folkestone

21:43 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

21:00 Folkestone

22:44 Eastbourne

Departing Thursday, March 4, 2021

Southeastern, Southern

05:41 Folkestone

07:42 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

06:59 Folkestone

08:43 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

08:00 Folkestone

09:43 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

09:00 Folkestone

10:43 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

10:00 Folkestone

11:43 Eastbourne

Southeastern, Southern

11:00 Folkestone

12:43 Eastbourne

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Eastbourne? 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.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Eastbourne?

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Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Eastbourne via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

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How far is it from Folkestone to Eastbourne?

The distance between Folkestone and Eastbourne is 44 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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Where do I catch the Folkestone to Eastbourne train from?

Folkestone to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, depart from Ashford International station.

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Where does the Folkestone to Eastbourne train arrive?

Folkestone to Eastbourne train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Eastbourne station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Folkestone to Eastbourne?

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

There are 355+ hotels available in Eastbourne. Prices start at £75 per night.

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What companies run services between Folkestone and Eastbourne?

Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Eastbourne hourly. Tickets cost £13 - £35 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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Southern

Southern

Ave. Duration

1h 18m

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

£13 - £35

Website: southernrailway.com

Train from Ashford International to Eastbourne

Ave. Duration: 1h 18m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £13 - £35
Website: southernrailway.com
Schedules at: southernrailway.com
Schedules at: ojp.nationalrail.co.uk

Anytime Standard: £13 - £19
Anytime 1st Class: £26 - £35

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