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Folkestone to Canterbury East train prices and times

Planning a journey from Folkestone to Canterbury East? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 18.61, with average prices for this route around € 18.61. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:01 54m, No direct Folkestone West	08:55 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
08:15 1h 3m, No direct Folkestone Central	09:18 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
08:35 1h 7m, No direct Folkestone West	09:42 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
08:52 51m, No direct Folkestone Central	09:43 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
09:01 54m, No direct Folkestone West	09:55 Canterbury East	Find Tickets
09:53 50m, No direct Folkestone Central	10:43 Paris	Find Tickets

Folkestone to Canterbury East train route details

First train

00:02

Last train

23:01

Departure station

Folkestone

Arrival station

Canterbury East

Journey time

31m

Distance

23 km

Price

€ 18.61*

Train Operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Canterbury East

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Folkestone to Canterbury East 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.

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%

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 East, 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 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 East 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

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Folkestone to Canterbury East 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%.

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Folkestone to Canterbury East train prices and times

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