The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East (WAE) will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Folkestone West (FKW) for London Waterloo East (WAE) on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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 Waterloo East (WAE)
Omio recommends booking the train 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 prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€28 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:05 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h42 | 12:47 PM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:37 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1h40 | 6:17 PM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 13:13 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE) start from as low as $14 (€11) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $34 (€28) depending on the train type and class.
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 (€9). 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Folkestone West (FKW) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
- 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.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform B and C - 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 B and C Only available when staff present
- 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: Bus alighting point in Sandell Street.
