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Folkestone West to Canterbury West Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Folkestone West to Canterbury West? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$7.39, with average prices for this route around US$7.39. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:07 53m, Changes required Folkestone West	18:00 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
17:37 47m, Changes required Folkestone West	18:24 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
18:01 40m, Changes required Folkestone West	18:41 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
18:02 1h 5m, Changes required Folkestone West	19:07 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
18:07 50m, Changes required Folkestone West	18:57 Canterbury West	Find Tickets
18:29 1h 10m, Changes required Folkestone West	19:39 Paris	Find Tickets

Folkestone West to Canterbury West Train Route Details

First train

05:36

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Folkestone West

Arrival station

Canterbury West

Journey time

33m

Distance

23 km

Price

US$7.39*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone West to Canterbury West

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Folkestone West to Canterbury West 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. 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 Folkestone West to Canterbury 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%

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 West 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Folkestone West to Canterbury West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone West to Canterbury 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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Folkestone West to Canterbury West Train prices and times

Folkestone West to Canterbury West Train Route Details