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Compare train for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m 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 Waterloo East (WAE):
A bus is $49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) costing on average $74.
Other travel options to London Waterloo East (WAE) take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 17m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $74 compared to roughly $26 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.
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.
Compare prices and tickets Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:58, the last at 16:37. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 9:58 AM |
Last train 4:37 PM |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone West (FKW) and London Waterloo East (WAE) from $11. 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 Waterloo East (WAE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East (WAE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Most Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains use the Folkestone Central to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone West (FKW) and London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East from London city centre
London Waterloo East is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo East train station facilities and services
London Waterloo East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo East.
Tickets and information
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 London Waterloo East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo East: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. 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 Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Most popular train connections from Folkestone West (FKW)
Most popular trains to and from London Waterloo East (WAE) and Folkestone West (FKW)
Most popular train connections to London Waterloo East (WAE)
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