The average train between Folkestone and Newhaven takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Newhaven. 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 Newhaven. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Newhaven at 7:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Newhaven? 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 Newhaven. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Newhaven station via Hampden Park (Sussex). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Folkestone to Newhaven train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Folkestone to Newhaven train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Hampden Park (Sussex) station.
Book your Folkestone to Newhaven train tickets online with Southeastern and Southern.
The distance between Folkestone and Newhaven is 84.7 km. The road distance is 119 km.
Southern operates a train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex) hourly. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m.