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Folkestone West to Canterbury Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Folkestone West to Canterbury, starting from SEK 204.45 and averaging SEK 216.16. The entire journey takes no more than 33m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
13:41 1h 2m, Changes required Folkestone West	14:43 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
14:01 33m, Changes required Folkestone West	14:34 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
14:41 1h 2m, Changes required Folkestone West	15:43 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
14:58 36m, Changes required Folkestone West	15:34 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
15:00 1h 12m, Changes required Folkestone West	16:12 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
15:53 41m, Changes required Folkestone West	16:34 Paris	Find Tickets

Folkestone West to Canterbury Train Route Details

First train

05:36

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Folkestone West

Arrival station

Canterbury

Journey time

33m

Distance

23 km

Price

SEK 204.45*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Canterbury

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Folkestone West to Canterbury can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Folkestone West to Canterbury, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often 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 Folkestone West to Canterbury ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Folkestone West to Canterbury more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone West to Canterbury train ticket types

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

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Trains from Folkestone West to Canterbury from SEK 204.45

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Folkestone West to Canterbury Train prices and times

Folkestone West to Canterbury Train Route Details