- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$70
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 20
18
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Paris will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 18 trains from Folkestone to Paris, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 262 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
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K21 (848818) · K10 (848568)
K21 (848816) · K13 (16472)+
P10 (848718)
K21 (848816) · K11 (848562)
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K21 (848840)
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K71 (844842)+
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K16 (16386)Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $55, while a flight costs an average of $608.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$55 Average price Cheapest | $608 Average price | $71 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Folkestone to Paris:
A train is $16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Folkestone to Paris costing on average $71.
A train is $553 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Folkestone to Paris costing on average $608.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 15m.
Bus takes on average 6h 48m.
The journey is about 1h 50m faster (3h 2m by train vs 4h 52m by car) and roughly $32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($55 vs $87). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Paris trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
K71 (844836)+ 7014 | 6:04 AM Calais Ville | 3h14 | 9:18 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7312+ P72 (844630) | 7:02 AM Calais Ville | 3h08 | 10:10 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7020+ K21 (848824)+ 844412 | 7:09 AM Wimille | 3h07 | 10:16 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
K21 (848808) · K10 (437817) · K10 (848560) | 7:39 AM Wimille | 4h26 | 12:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
7020+ 844412 | 8:07 AM Calais - Fréthun | 2h09 | 10:16 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7516+ K21 (848812) | 8:39 AM Wimille | 3h29 | 12:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
K21 (848840) · K71 (844840)+ 7038 | 9:15 AM Wimille | 5h02 | 2:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
7516 | 9:37 AM Calais - Fréthun | 2h31 | 12:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844840)+ 7038 | 10:06 AM Calais Ville | 4h11 | 2:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7522+ K21 (848816) | 10:38 AM Wimille | 4h31 | 3:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7522 | 12:35 PM Calais - Fréthun | 2h34 | 3:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
K21 (848818) · K16 (16354) | 12:38 PM Wimille | 4h53 | 5:31 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7046+ P71 (846512) · K70 (844938) | 12:45 PM Calais Ville | 3h18 | 4:03 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
7326+ K71 (844844) | 2:04 PM Calais Ville | 3h12 | 5:16 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
K16 (16354) | 2:37 PM Calais Ville | 2h54 | 5:31 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7534+ K21 (848832) | 4:42 PM Wimille | 3h19 | 8:01 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7534 | 5:34 PM Calais - Fréthun | 2h27 | 8:01 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
K16 (16386) | 5:37 PM Calais Ville | 2h53 | 8:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7544+ K21 (848380) | 7:11 PM Wimille | 2h57 | 10:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7544 | 7:58 PM Calais - Fréthun | 2h10 | 10:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Folkestone to Paris run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Paris Gare du Nord -> Châtelet–Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Folkestone to Paris trains use the Folkestone West to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Folkestone and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Folkestone West is 2 km from Folkestone city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Folkestone West.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Folkestone West: Parking, WC.
Available at Folkestone West: Bike Parking.
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.
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 options are available at Folkestone Central.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Folkestone Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Folkestone Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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