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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€21
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 20
38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
38 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD), including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:56 PM0h38Folkestone Central (FKC)2:34 PMEbbsfleet International (EBD)€211One-way0 transfers
- 1:56 PM0h38Folkestone Central (FKC)2:34 PMEbbsfleet International (EBD)€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD):
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) costing on average €36.
Other travel options to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (37m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around €36 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Southeastern.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:58 AM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h36 | 8:34 AM Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:56 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h38 | 4:34 PM Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:58 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h36 | 10:34 PM Ebbsfleet International (EBD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 10:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone Central (FKC) and Ebbsfleet International (EBD) from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ebbsfleet International (EBD) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ebbsfleet International (EBD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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