Train from Folkestone to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Folkestone to London on 31 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
SoutheasternTrain
Folkestone West
New CrossCheapest
SoutheasternTrain
Folkestone West
St Pancras InternationalFastest
SoutheasternTrain
Folkestone West
New CrossNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Folkestone West
New CrossNo tags
SoutheasternTrain
Folkestone West
New CrossNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Folkestone to London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
2h 35mAverage duration
93 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 149 - R 506Average duration2h 35m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceR 150 - R 2 218Average duration1h 33m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 129 - R 458Average duration1h 40m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Folkestone to London by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Folkestone to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Folkestone to London start from R 150. The average price for this train route is around R 593. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Folkestone to London?

    The average train journey time from Folkestone to London is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 98 km. The quickest train can get you there in 53m and is operated by Southeastern.

  3. Which train operators serve the Folkestone to London route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 30 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Folkestone to London?

    The earliest train from Folkestone to London departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/01
R 151
29/01
R 426
Today
R 148
31/01
R 439
01/02
R 384
02/02
R 462
03/02
R 430
04/02
R 430
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Folkestone to London was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 148

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Folkestone to London as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 148 to R 2 152 for a train ticket from Folkestone to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 384, which is on 2026-02-01.

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