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Compare train and bus for Folkestone to Broadstairs
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Broadstairs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Folkestone to Broadstairs train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Broadstairs trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:28 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:59 AM Folkestone | 1h25 | 6:24 AM Broadstairs | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:35 AM Folkestone | 1h24 | 8:59 AM Broadstairs | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone to Broadstairs
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 02:42 |
Last train 23:24 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Folkestone to Broadstairs start from as low as $9 (€7) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $9 (€7) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Trains from Folkestone to Broadstairs
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Folkestone to Broadstairs is 21 miles (35 km).
Train ticket prices from Folkestone to Broadstairs can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $9 (€7).
Yes, a day trip from Folkestone to Broadstairs is feasible. The journey takes 1h 1m and covers 21 miles (35 km). Trains run 3 times per day.
Yes, the train journey from Folkestone to Broadstairs is considered scenic as it travels along the picturesque Kent coastline, offering views of the English Channel and charming countryside.
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Broadstairs is by train, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The train station in Folkestone that goes to Broadstairs is Folkestone Central (FKC), which connects to Broadstairs station (BSR).
The train from Folkestone to Broadstairs takes 1h 1m and runs 3 per day.
The first train from Folkestone to Broadstairs leaves at 2:42 AM.
No, you cannot take the train from Folkestone to Broadstairs.
The last train from Folkestone to Broadstairs leaves at 11:24 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Folkestone to Broadstairs.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Folkestone to Broadstairs.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Folkestone to Broadstairs
Folkestone
Broadstairs
The major train station for departures in Folkestone is Folkestone Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone Central for your trip from Folkestone to Broadstairs.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance.
- 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: In the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- 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: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Folkestone Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop outside of the station (exit station, walk down the slope and turn right. Bus stop is just beyond the bridge)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Folkestone West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Broadstairs is Broadstairs. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Broadstairs for your journey to Broadstairs from Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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 from main entrance for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance from ramp off The Broadway. Step free interchange between platforms via road and steep paths in excess of 400 metres. Stepped access within station via the footbridge.
- 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: Station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 2 only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: upside
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Broadstairs
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Ramsgate: High Street bus stop opposite the convenience store. Towards Margate: High Street bus stop outside the convenience store.
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