The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€16
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 20
25
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 25 trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG), including 12 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.
P902721:41 PM1h30Folkestone West (FKW)3:11 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€81One-way0 transfers
P9026612:41 PM1h30Folkestone West (FKW)2:11 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€101One-way0 transfers
P85941 · P902752:01 PM1h40Folkestone West (FKW)3:41 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€101One-way1 transfer
P85935 · P902691:01 PM1h40Folkestone West (FKW)2:41 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€101One-way1 transfer
P85928 · P9026311:58 AM1h43Folkestone West (FKW)1:41 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€121One-way1 transfer
P902489:41 AM1h30Folkestone West (FKW)11:11 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)€201One-way0 transfers
P902418:41 AM1h30Folkestone West (FKW)10:11 AMLondon Bridge (LBG)€191One-way0 transfers
P902721:41 PM1h30Folkestone West (FKW)3:11 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€81One-way0 transfers
P9026612:41 PM1h30Folkestone West (FKW)2:11 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€101One-way0 transfers
P9026011:41 AM1h30Folkestone West (FKW)1:11 PMLondon Bridge (LBG)€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m 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 West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG):
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) costing on average €42.
Other travel options to London Bridge (LBG) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 10m.
The journey is about 19m faster (1h 24m by train vs 1h 43m by car) and roughly €15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€42 vs €57). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Southeastern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P90259 | On time 11:41 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 1:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85927 · P90262 | On time 11:58 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h43 | 1:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90265 | On time 12:41 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 2:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85934 · P90268 | On time 1:01 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h40 | 2:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90271 | On time 1:41 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 3:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85940 · P90274 | On time 2:01 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h41 | 3:42 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90277 | On time 2:41 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 4:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85946 · P90280 | On time 3:01 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h40 | 4:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90283 | On time 3:41 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 5:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85971 · P90304 | On time 7:01 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h40 | 8:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90307 | On time 7:41 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 9:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85977 · P90310 | On time 8:01 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h40 | 9:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90313 | On time 8:41 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 10:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
P85900 · P90235 | 7:58 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h43 | 9:41 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90241 | 8:41 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 10:11 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85908 · P90244 | 8:58 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h43 | 10:41 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90248 | 9:41 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 11:11 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85916 · P90251 | 9:58 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h43 | 11:41 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
P90254 | 10:41 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h30 | 12:11 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85922 · P90257 | 10:58 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h43 | 12:41 PM London Bridge (LBG) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)
Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 7:01 AM |
Last train 8:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Bridge (LBG) from €8. 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 West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 London Bridge (LBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG)
Most Folkestone West (FKW) to London Bridge (LBG) trains use the Folkestone Central to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone West (FKW) and London Bridge (LBG) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Folkestone West from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone West is 2 km from Folkestone city centre. Public transport options include:
Folkestone West train station facilities and services
Folkestone West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Folkestone West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to Platform 1 via main entrance off Shorncliffe Road. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance off Station Road. Step access between platforms via station subway. Step free Interchange between platforms via steep roads is in excess of 500 metres, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Bridge from London city centre
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge train station facilities and services
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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