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Duration	56 min
Distance	69.7 miles
Average price	£45
Frequency	16/day

Trip overview

The average train between Folkestone and London takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 53 min. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

Folkestone Central
London King's Cross

54 min

£30 - £60

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Folkestone to London train times

Trains run hourly between Folkestone and London King's Cross. The earliest departure is at 22:00 at night, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 23:00 which arrives into London King's Cross at 23:54. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, February 26, 2021

22:00 Folkestone

23:00 Folkestone

Departing Saturday, February 27, 2021

06:00 Folkestone

06:31 Folkestone

07:00 Folkestone

08:00 Folkestone

09:00 Folkestone

Departing Sunday, February 28, 2021

08:00 Folkestone

08:31 Folkestone

09:00 Folkestone

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to London? 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 London?

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Is there a direct train between Folkestone and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at St Pancras International. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

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How far is it from Folkestone to London?

The distance between Folkestone and London is 64 miles. The road distance is 69.7 miles.

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Where do I catch the Folkestone to London train from?

Folkestone to London train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

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Where does the Folkestone to London train arrive?

Folkestone to London train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at St Pancras International station.

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

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Where can I stay near London?

There are 30572+ hotels available in London. Prices start at £75 per night.

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What companies run services between Folkestone and London?

Southeastern operates a train from Folkestone Central to St Pancras International hourly. Tickets cost £30 - £60 and the journey takes 54 min.

Train operators

Southeastern

Southeastern

Ave. Duration

54 min

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

£30 - £60

Phone: +44 345 322 7021
Website: southeasternrailway.co.uk

Train from Folkestone Central to St Pancras International

Ave. Duration: 54 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £30 - £60
Schedules at: ojp.nationalrail.co.uk
Schedules at: southeasternrailway.co.uk

Anytime: £30 - £45
1st Class: £40 - £60

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