The average train between Hayes and Folkestone takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is an hourly train service from Hayes to Folkestone. 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 Hayes and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 12:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Hayes is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 1:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hayes to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Hayes station and arriving at Folkestone station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Hayes to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Bromley South station.
Hayes to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Hayes to Folkestone train tickets online with Southeastern.
The distance between Hayes and Folkestone is 86.6 km. The road distance is 100 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Bromley South to Ashford International hourly. Tickets cost £24–50 and the journey takes 1h 20m.