4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone to Canterbury
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Canterbury will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
It's difficult to get from Folkestone to Canterbury without transferring at least once.
J90124 · J9004312:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)1:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer- J90122 · J900411:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)2:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90120 · J900732:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)3:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90117 · J900625:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)6:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90119 · J900703:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)4:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90124 · J9004312:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)1:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90119 · J900703:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)4:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90122 · J900411:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)2:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90120 · J900732:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)3:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
- J90118 · J900674:26 PM0h52Folkestone Central (FKC)5:18 PMCanterbury East (CBE)$91One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Folkestone to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Canterbury 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 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone to Canterbury:
A bus is $0.65 (€0.53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone to Canterbury costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Canterbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 45m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (29m by train vs 31m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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.
Live departures
Folkestone to Canterbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Canterbury trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J90124 · J90043 | 12:26 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h52 | 1:18 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| J90122 · J90041 | 1:26 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h52 | 2:18 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| J90120 · J90073 | 2:26 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h52 | 3:18 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| J90119 · J90070 | 3:26 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h52 | 4:18 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| J90118 · J90067 | 4:26 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h52 | 5:18 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
| J90117 · J90062 | 5:26 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0h52 | 6:18 PM Canterbury East (CBE) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone to Canterbury
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Trains from Folkestone to Canterbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone to Canterbury trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone and Canterbury from $6 (€5). 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 to Canterbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Folkestone to Canterbury
Most Folkestone to Canterbury trains use the Folkestone West to Canterbury West station pair, with some services arriving at Canterbury East. Use this guide to compare Folkestone and Canterbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Folkestone station do trains to Canterbury leave from?
Getting to Folkestone Central from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone Central train station facilities and services
Folkestone Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone Central. 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 Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone Central: 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.
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.
Which Canterbury station do trains from Folkestone arrive at?
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury 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 Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, 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: two within concourse, 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: Yes.
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. 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 Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, 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: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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