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Ashford to Folkestone West train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Ashford to Folkestone West, starting from £ 5.40 and averaging £ 9.80. The entire journey takes no more than 12m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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00:17
Pluckley
00:46
Folkestone West
29m, DirectSoutheastern
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00:30
Ashford International
00:46
Folkestone West
16m, DirectSoutheastern
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01:08
Ashford International
01:20
Folkestone West
12m, DirectSoutheastern
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05:22
Ashford International
05:36
Folkestone West
14m, DirectSoutheastern
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05:55
Ashford International
06:11
Folkestone West
16m, DirectSoutheastern
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06:49
Pluckley
07:16
Paris
27m, DirectSoutheastern
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Ashford to Folkestone West train route details

First train
First train
00:17
Last train
Last train
23:47
Departure station
Departure station
Ashford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Folkestone West
Journey time
Journey time
12m
Distance
Distance
120 km
Price
Price
£ 5.40*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ashford to Folkestone West

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Ashford to Folkestone West can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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%

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 Ashford to Folkestone 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Ashford to Folkestone West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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