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Southend East to Folkestone Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southend East to Folkestone Central, starting from €64.04 and averaging €64.04. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 13m. 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
12:41 2h 21m, No direct Southend East	15:02 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
12:41 3h 7m, No direct Southend East	15:48 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
13:13 2h 35m, No direct Southend East	15:48 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
13:13 2h 49m, No direct Southend East	16:02 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
13:43 2h 19m, No direct Southend East	16:02 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
13:43 3h 5m, No direct Southend East	16:48 Paris	Find Tickets

Southend East to Folkestone Central train route details

First train

05:02

Last train

22:40

Departure station

Southend East

Arrival station

Folkestone Central

Journey time

2h 13m

Distance

60 km

Price

€64.04*

Train Operators

Southeastern, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend East to Folkestone Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend East to Folkestone Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 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 Southend East 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 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 Southend East to Folkestone Central 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 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.

Southend East 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 Southend East to Folkestone Central from €64.04

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Southend East to Folkestone Central train prices and times

Southend East to Folkestone Central train route details