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Folkestone to Canterbury train prices and times

Looking to travel from Folkestone to Canterbury? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 37.68, with average prices for this route around NZD 39.83.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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14:01
33m, No direct
Folkestone West
14:34
Canterbury West
Southeastern
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14:03
43m, No direct
Folkestone Central
14:46
Canterbury East
Southeastern
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14:58
36m, No direct
Folkestone West
15:34
Canterbury West
Southeastern
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15:02
44m, No direct
Folkestone Central
15:46
Canterbury East
Southeastern
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15:53
41m, No direct
Folkestone West
16:34
Canterbury West
Southeastern
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16:02
44m, No direct
Folkestone Central
16:46
Paris
Southeastern
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Folkestone to Canterbury train route details

First train
First train
00:01
Last train
Last train
23:01
Departure station
Departure station
Folkestone
Arrival station
Arrival station
Canterbury
Journey time
Journey time
31m
Distance
Distance
24 km
Price
Price
NZD 37.68*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Canterbury

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 Folkestone to Canterbury can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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

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 to Canterbury, 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%

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 Folkestone to Canterbury 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

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 Folkestone to Canterbury more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone to Canterbury 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.