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Duration	46 min
Distance	28.9 miles
Average price	£20
Frequency	Hourly

Trip overview

The average train between Margate and Folkestone takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 44 min. There is an hourly train service from Margate 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.

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Ramsgate
Folkestone

45 min

£13 - £28

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Margate to Folkestone train times

Trains run hourly between Margate and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 19:25 in the evening, and the last departure from Margate is at 23:25 which arrives into Folkestone at 00:11. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, March 2, 2021

20:10 Folkestone

21:10 Folkestone

22:10 Folkestone

23:10 Folkestone

00:11 Folkestone

Departing Wednesday, March 3, 2021

05:40 Folkestone

06:10 Folkestone

06:58 Folkestone

07:27 Folkestone

08:10 Folkestone

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Margate 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.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Folkestone?

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Is there a direct train between Margate and Folkestone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ramsgate and arriving at Folkestone Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

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What is the distance between Margate and Folkestone?

The distance between Margate and Folkestone is 23 miles. The road distance is 28.9 miles.

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Where do I catch the Margate to Folkestone train from?

Margate to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ramsgate station.

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Where does the Margate to Folkestone train arrive?

Margate to Folkestone train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Folkestone Central station.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 353+ hotels available in Folkestone. Prices start at £75 per night.

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What companies run services between Margate and Folkestone?

Southeastern operates a train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £13 - £28 and the journey takes 45 min.

Train operators

Southeastern

Southeastern

Ave. Duration

45 min

Frequency

Hourly

Estimated price

£13 - £28

Phone: +44 345 322 7021
Website: southeasternrailway.co.uk

Train from Ramsgate to Folkestone Central

Ave. Duration: 45 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: £13 - £28
Schedules at: ojp.nationalrail.co.uk
Schedules at: southeasternrailway.co.uk

Anytime: £13 - £20
1st Class: £20 - £28

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