The average train between Ludlow and Folkestone takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ludlow to Folkestone? 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 Ludlow to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Folkestone station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Ludlow to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Folkestone Central station.
Book your Ludlow to Folkestone train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ludlow and Folkestone is 303.5 km. The road distance is 462 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Folkestone Central via Crewe, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 36m.