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Canterbury to Folkestone Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Canterbury to Folkestone, starting from 18,65 EUR and averaging 19,72 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 36 minuuttia. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:23 38 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury West	12:01 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
11:43 55 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury East	12:38 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
12:23 36 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury West	12:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
12:43 55 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury East	13:38 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
13:23 37 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury West	14:00 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
13:44 54 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury East	14:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Canterbury to Folkestone Train Route Details

First train

05:18

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Canterbury

Arrival station

Folkestone

Journey time

36 minuuttia

Distance

24 km

Price

18,65 EUR*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Folkestone

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Canterbury to Folkestone during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Canterbury to Folkestone for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Canterbury to Folkestone, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Canterbury to Folkestone train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Canterbury to Folkestone Train prices and times

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