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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham to Folkestone, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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NZD 30.37
Mon24Nov
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Tue25Nov
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Wed26Nov
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Birmingham to Folkestone train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Folkestone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 25.70, with average prices for this route around NZD 163.75. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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19:15
4h 31m, No direct
Birmingham Moor Street
23:46
Folkestone West
Chiltern RailwaysSoutheastern
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19:15
4h 44m, No direct
Birmingham Moor Street
23:59
Folkestone West
Chiltern RailwaysSoutheastern
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19:21
3h 25m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
22:46
Folkestone West
Avanti West CoastSoutheastern
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19:47
3h 12m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
22:59
Folkestone West
Avanti West CoastSoutheastern
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20:17
4h 29m, No direct
Birmingham Moor Street
00:46
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Folkestone West
Chiltern RailwaysSoutheastern
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20:21
3h 25m, No direct
Birmingham New Street
23:46
Paris
Avanti West CoastSoutheastern
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Birmingham to Folkestone train route details

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
22:50
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Folkestone
Journey time
Journey time
3h
Distance
Distance
262 km
Price
Price
NZD 25.70*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Chiltern Railways

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Folkestone

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Folkestone can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Birmingham to Folkestone, 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%

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!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels 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.

Birmingham 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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