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London Charing Cross to Folkestone West train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Charing Cross to Folkestone West? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £7.00, with average prices for this route around £57.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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    From £13.10
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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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05:57
London Charing Cross
08:12
Folkestone West
2h 15m, No directSoutheastern
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06:24
London Charing Cross
07:59
Folkestone West
1h 35m, DirectSoutheastern
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07:04
London Charing Cross
08:49
Folkestone West
1h 45m, DirectSoutheastern
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07:26
London Charing Cross
08:59
Folkestone West
1h 33m, DirectSoutheastern
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08:01
London Charing Cross
09:47
Folkestone West
1h 46m, DirectSoutheastern
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08:02
London Charing Cross
09:47
Paris
1h 45m, No directSoutheastern
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London Charing Cross to Folkestone West train route details

First train
First train
05:57
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure station
Departure station
London Charing Cross
Arrival station
Arrival station
Folkestone West
Journey time
Journey time
1h 30m
Distance
Distance
101 km
Price
Price
£7.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Charing Cross to Folkestone West

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London Charing Cross and Folkestone West, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.
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 London Charing Cross to Folkestone West can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Charing Cross to Folkestone West 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%

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 London Charing Cross to Folkestone West, 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%

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 London Charing Cross to Folkestone West 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

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.

London Charing Cross to Folkestone West 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%.