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Next departures for London to Folkestone on July 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	3:13pm	London Bridge	1h 33m	4:46pm	Folkestone West
Train	3:37pm	St Pancras International	1h 9m	4:46pm	Folkestone West
Train	4:04pm	St Pancras International	56m	5:00pm	Folkestone West
Train	4:13pm	London Bridge	1h 33m	5:46pm	Folkestone West
Train	4:37pm	St Pancras International	1h 9m	5:46pm	Folkestone West

Compare 2 ways to go from London to Folkestone

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Folkestone. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

60 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCA$14 - CA$45	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCA$30 - CA$118	Average Duration1h 37m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Southeastern

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi5.0

Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. Southeastern ticket prices on this trip start at CA$30

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Folkestone by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Folkestone?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Folkestone start from CA$30. The average price for this train route is around CA$44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Folkestone?
The average train ride duration from London to Folkestone is 1h 37m, covering a distance of 61 miles (98 km). The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by Southeastern.
Which train operators service the London to Folkestone route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Folkestone?
The earliest train departs from London to Folkestone at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 11:09pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/27

No data

07/28

CA$31

Today

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07/30

CA$28

07/31

CA$32

08/01

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08/02

CA$34

08/03

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The cheapest trip from London to Folkestone was searched and found on Jul 30, 2026 with a price of CA$28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Folkestone, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CA$28 to CA$90 for a train ticket from London to Folkestone based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$28 which is on 2026-07-30.