Folkestone to Southampton Trains

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Duration	3h 18m
Distance	143.5 miles
Average price	£95
Frequency	15/day

Trip overview

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Folkestone

Southampton

The average train between Folkestone and Southampton takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Southampton. 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 via London

Folkestone Central
London Waterloo
Southampton

3h 6m

£70 - £129

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Folkestone to Southampton train times

Trains run hourly between Folkestone and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 08:00 in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:00 which arrives into Southampton at 13:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, March 7, 2021

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Departing Monday, March 8, 2021

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Southeastern, London Underground (Tube), South Western Railway

Frequently asked questions

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

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Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

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How far is it from Folkestone to Southampton?

The distance between Folkestone and Southampton is 113 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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Where do I catch the Folkestone to Southampton train from?

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

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Where does the Folkestone to Southampton train arrive?

Folkestone to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 551+ hotels available in Southampton. Prices start at £75 per night.

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What companies run services between Folkestone and Southampton?

You can take a train from Folkestone to Southampton via St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 6m.

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