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Canterbury to Folkestone train prices and times

Looking to travel from Canterbury to Folkestone? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 38.15, with average prices for this route around NZD 40.34.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:18 51m, No direct Canterbury West	06:09 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
05:29 49m, No direct Canterbury East	06:18 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
06:28 47m, No direct Canterbury West	07:15 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
06:37 51m, No direct Canterbury East	07:28 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
07:19 40m, No direct Canterbury West	07:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
07:33 59m, No direct Canterbury East	08:32 Paris	Find Tickets

Canterbury to Folkestone train route details

First train

00:46

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Canterbury

Arrival station

Folkestone

Journey time

36m

Distance

24 km

Price

NZD 38.15*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Folkestone

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 Canterbury to Folkestone can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 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 Canterbury 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%

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 ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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.

Canterbury to Folkestone train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Canterbury to Folkestone with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Trains from Canterbury to Folkestone from NZD 38.15

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Canterbury to Folkestone train prices and times

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