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Folkestone to Maidstone East Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Folkestone to Maidstone East, starting from 503 855 IDR and averaging 503 855 IDR. The entire journey takes no more than 44 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
13:01 1 t 25 minuuttia, Changes required Folkestone West	14:26 Maidstone East	Find Tickets
14:01 1 t 25 minuuttia, Changes required Folkestone West	15:26 Maidstone East	Find Tickets
14:58 1 t, Changes required Folkestone West	15:58 Maidstone East	Find Tickets
15:53 1 t 5 minuuttia, Changes required Folkestone West	16:58 Maidstone East	Find Tickets
16:07 1 t 18 minuuttia, Changes required Folkestone West	17:25 Maidstone East	Find Tickets
16:57 1 t 1 minuutti, Changes required Folkestone West	17:58 Paris	Find Tickets

Folkestone to Maidstone East Train Route Details

First train

00:01

Last train

22:01

Departure station

Folkestone

Arrival station

Maidstone East

Journey time

44 minuuttia

Distance

51 km

Price

503 855 IDR*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Maidstone East

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Folkestone to Maidstone East can result in significant cost savings.

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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Folkestone to Maidstone East, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Folkestone to Maidstone East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone to Maidstone East train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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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Folkestone to Maidstone East Train prices and times

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