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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Folkestone West to Maidstone East, 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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€7.72
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€8.63
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Folkestone West to Maidstone East train prices and times

Looking to travel from Folkestone West to Maidstone East? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €7.72, with average prices for this route around €8.03.

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

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04:40
1h 16m, No direct
Folkestone West
05:56
Maidstone East
Southeastern
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05:57
44m, No direct
Folkestone West
06:41
Maidstone East
Southeastern
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06:31
53m, No direct
Folkestone West
07:24
Maidstone East
Southeastern
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06:38
1h 3m, No direct
Folkestone West
07:41
Maidstone East
Southeastern
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07:04
53m, Direct
Folkestone West
07:57
Maidstone East
Southeastern
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07:31
54m, No direct
Folkestone West
08:25
Paris
Southeastern
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Folkestone West to Maidstone East train route details

First train
First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
22:01
Departure station
Departure station
Folkestone West
Arrival station
Arrival station
Maidstone East
Journey time
Journey time
44m
Distance
Distance
50 km
Price
Price
€7.72*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Maidstone East

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 Folkestone West to Maidstone East can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, 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 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 Folkestone West 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%

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 travelling 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 travelling from Folkestone West to Maidstone East more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone West to Maidstone East 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.