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Hildenborough to Folkestone Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Hildenborough to Folkestone Central, starting from IDR 633,664 and averaging IDR 633,664. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 5m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:39 1h 35m, No direct Hildenborough	08:14 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
07:40 1h 11m, No direct Hildenborough	08:51 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
08:39 1h 13m, No direct Hildenborough	09:52 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
09:38 1h 5m, No direct Hildenborough	10:43 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
10:38 1h 5m, No direct Hildenborough	11:43 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
11:25 1h 18m, No direct Hildenborough	12:43 Paris	Find Tickets

Hildenborough to Folkestone Central train route details

First train

06:39

Last train

23:56

Departure station

Hildenborough

Arrival station

Folkestone Central

Journey time

1h 5m

Distance

68 km

Price

IDR 633,664*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Hildenborough to Folkestone Central

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 Hildenborough to Folkestone Central 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 Hildenborough to Folkestone Central 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 Hildenborough to Folkestone Central, 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 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 Hildenborough to Folkestone Central 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 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 Hildenborough to Folkestone Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hildenborough to Folkestone Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Hildenborough to Folkestone Central from IDR 633,664

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Hildenborough to Folkestone Central train prices and times

Hildenborough to Folkestone Central train route details