The average train between Folkestone and Ludlow takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 12:08 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Ludlow station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Folkestone to Ludlow train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Ludlow train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Folkestone to Ludlow train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Ludlow is 303.5 km. The road distance is 462 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Ludlow via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Crewe in around 4h 36m.