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Canterbury to Folkestone West Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Canterbury to Folkestone West? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 18,65 EUR, with average prices for this route around 19,72 EUR. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
21:23 36 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury West	21:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
21:40 1 t, Changes required Canterbury East	22:40 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
22:23 36 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury West	22:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
22:40 1 t 35 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury East	00:15 +1 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
23:07 52 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury West	23:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
23:50 5 tuntia 17 minuuttia, Changes required Canterbury East	05:07 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Canterbury to Folkestone West Train Route Details

First train

05:18

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Canterbury

Arrival station

Folkestone West

Journey time

36 minuuttia

Distance

23 km

Price

18,65 EUR*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Folkestone West

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Canterbury to Folkestone West. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 West, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Canterbury to Folkestone West ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Canterbury to Folkestone West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Canterbury to Folkestone West 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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