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London Waterloo East to Folkestone Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo East to Folkestone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SEK 166.10, with average prices for this route around SEK 566.99. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
16:18 1h 43m, Changes required London Waterloo East	18:01 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
16:37 1h 51m, Changes required London Waterloo East	18:28 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
16:42 1h 46m, Changes required London Waterloo East	18:28 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
17:07 1h 39m, Direct London Waterloo East	18:46 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
17:18 1h 43m, Changes required London Waterloo East	19:01 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
17:37 1h 44m, Changes required London Waterloo East	19:21 Paris	Find Tickets

London Waterloo East to Folkestone Train Route Details

First train

06:09

Last train

23:28

Departure station

London Waterloo East

Arrival station

Folkestone

Journey time

1h 34m

Distance

63 miles

Price

SEK 166.10*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Folkestone

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Waterloo East and Folkestone, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo East to Folkestone. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 London Waterloo East to Folkestone, 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 London Waterloo East to Folkestone 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 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.

London Waterloo East to Folkestone 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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