The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC)
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Folkestone West (FKW) for London Victoria (VIC) on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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€48 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Folkestone West to London Victoria trains with Omio?
Southeastern operates all train services from Folkestone West to London Victoria. Omio is the only official third party seller for Southeastern tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Folkestone West to London Victoria.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Southeastern tickets can only be bought on Omio or Southeastern's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Southeastern tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Southeastern tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Folkestone West to London Victoria.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC)
Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 17:07 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Victoria (VIC) from $10 (€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 Victoria (VIC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Victoria (VIC)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:05 Saturday 07:35 - 14:15 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- 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 - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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