- Must visit
Museum of Liverpool
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Liverpool will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 2 trains that leave Folkestone for Liverpool on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 384 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 238 miles (384 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg 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 Liverpool:
A bus is $82 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Folkestone to Liverpool costing on average $110 (€90).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 16m.
The journey is about 1h 27m faster (4h 2m by train vs 5h 29m by car) and roughly $15 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($110 (€90) vs $125 (€102)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Liverpool 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:09 PM Folkestone | 4h55 | 5:04 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:58 PM Folkestone | 4h06 | 6:04 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Folkestone to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 238 miles (384 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 238 miles (384 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
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Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Renowned public gallery with European old masters, Victorian works, and strong collections of painting, sculpture, and decorative art.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery known for major exhibitions and national collection displays at the Royal Albert Dock.
Iconic waterfront promenade with Mersey views, the Three Graces, and some of the city’s best photo spots.
Scenic walking route along the Mersey connecting major sights, museums, and open views across the river.
Creative district filled with street art, warehouses, music venues, and photogenic corners popular with younger visitors.
Liverpool’s signature stew made with slow-cooked beef or lamb, potatoes, carrots and onions. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and gave Liverpudlians the nickname Scousers.
A meat-free version of Scouse made with potatoes, carrots, onions and sometimes pearl barley or lentils. It reflects the city’s working-class food traditions.
A traditional Liverpool bread pudding made from leftover bread, dried fruit, spices and tea, usually served with custard. It is a nostalgic local dessert found in cafés and bakeries.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in a grand Victorian setting, known for modern British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known food hall in the Baltic Triangle with a lively atmosphere and a range of street-food traders, bars and communal seating.
Upscale restaurant with city views, serving modern British dishes, seafood and afternoon tea in a stylish atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs, cafés, and transport are fairly priced, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more on weekends and during football matches.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%.
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