The average train between Folkestone and Suffolk takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Suffolk. 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 Suffolk. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Suffolk at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Suffolk? 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 Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Suffolk station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Folkestone to Suffolk train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Suffolk train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stowmarket station.
Book your Folkestone to Suffolk train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Folkestone and Suffolk is 121.2 km. The road distance is 227 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Stowmarket via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 43m.