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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hastings to Folkestone
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hastings to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hastings to Folkestone will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Hastings for Folkestone on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
04:20AM1h56
Hastings06:16AMFolkestone
$181One-way
0 transfers
04:20AM1h56
Hastings06:16AMFolkestone
$181One-way
0 transfers
Live departures
Hastings to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Hastings to Folkestone trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:57 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM Hastings | 1h56 | 6:16 AM Folkestone | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hastings to Folkestone
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Trains from Hastings to Folkestone run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 16m.
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 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 04:38 |
Last train 23:01 |
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
Train companies: Southeastern, Southern from Hastings to Folkestone trainsSoutheastern, Southern trains will get you between Hastings and Folkestone from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
$74 (€59)
Southeastern frequency
2 a day
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
Southern frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Trains from Hastings to Folkestone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hastings to Folkestone 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 Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Hastings to Folkestone is 31 miles (50 km).
The first train from Hastings to Folkestone leaves at 4:38 AM.
Two to three days in Folkestone is ideal to explore its coastal attractions, visit the Creative Quarter, and enjoy the local cuisine.
The last train from Hastings to Folkestone leaves at 11:01 PM.
Train ticket prices from Hastings to Folkestone can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $13 (€10), while the average price is around $17 (€13).
The cheapest way to get from Hastings to Folkestone is by train, with a cost of around $13 (€10).
There is no direct train service currently available from Hastings to Folkestone.
There is no high speed train available from Hastings to Folkestone.
The train from Hastings to Folkestone takes 1h 16m and runs 4 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hastings to Folkestone.
The train station in Hastings that goes to Folkestone is Hastings station (HGS), which connects to Folkestone West (FKW).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Hastings to Folkestone.
The train journey from Hastings to Folkestone offers scenic coastal views, passing through picturesque landscapes including cliffs and seaside towns along the English Channel.
Yes, a day trip from Hastings to Folkestone is feasible with a journey time of 1h 16m and a distance of 31 miles (50 km). Trains run 4 times per day.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hastings to Folkestone
Hastings
Folkestone
The major train station for departures in Hastings is Hastings. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hastings for your trip from Hastings to Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 20:30 Saturday 05:50 - 20:30 Sunday 05:50 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: W H smith
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 direct to platform 1 and 2 from ramp leading off the ticket hall for some Ashford and Brightton/London services. Step free access to platforms 3 and 4 via lifts on the station footbridge. Stepped access between platforms also via the station footbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 01:40 Saturday 04:45 - 01:40 Sunday 06:20 - 01:25 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Open 0700-1900 (outside of these hours, access availble on request from staff)
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Hastings
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Folkestone is Folkestone West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone West for your journey to Folkestone from Hastings.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation 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)
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