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East Malling to Folkestone train prices and times

Planning a journey from East Malling to Folkestone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €28.04, with average prices for this route around €28.04. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
18:52 1h 9m, No direct East Malling	20:01 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
19:18 1h 29m, No direct East Malling	20:47 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
19:51 1h 9m, No direct East Malling	21:00 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
20:21 1h 25m, No direct East Malling	21:46 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
21:21 1h 25m, No direct East Malling	22:46 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
22:21 1h 25m, No direct East Malling	23:46 Paris	Find Tickets

East Malling to Folkestone train route details

First train

01:19

Last train

23:27

Departure station

East Malling

Arrival station

Folkestone

Journey time

1h 2m

Distance

56 km

Price

€28.04*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from East Malling 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 East Malling 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 East Malling 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 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 travelling from East Malling to Folkestone, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from East Malling to Folkestone ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from East Malling to Folkestone more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

East Malling 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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East Malling to Folkestone train prices and times

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