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Old Street to Folkestone Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Old Street to Folkestone Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 126.40, with average prices for this route around NZD 140.01. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:17 1h 45m, No direct Old Street	22:02 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
20:17 2h 31m, No direct Old Street	22:48 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
20:47 2h 1m, No direct Old Street	22:48 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
21:17 1h 45m, No direct Old Street	23:02 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
21:17 2h 31m, No direct Old Street	23:48 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
21:47 2h 1m, No direct Old Street	23:48 Paris	Find Tickets

Old Street to Folkestone Central train route details

First train

06:23

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Old Street

Arrival station

Folkestone Central

Journey time

1h 32m

Distance

101 km

Price

NZD 126.40*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Old Street to Folkestone Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Old Street to Folkestone Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Old Street to Folkestone Central, 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 Old Street 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 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.

Old Street to Folkestone Central train ticket types

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

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Trains from Old Street to Folkestone Central from NZD 126.40

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Old Street to Folkestone Central train prices and times

Old Street to Folkestone Central train route details