The average train between Kent and Folkestone takes 57 min and the fastest train takes 34 min. There is an hourly train service from Kent 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 Kent and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 12:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 12:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 57 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Kent to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Folkestone station via Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.
Kent to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.
Kent to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone Central station.
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The distance between Kent and Folkestone is 36.8 km. The road distance is 38 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Folkestone Central via Ashford International in around 46 min.
