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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Maidstone East (MDE) for Folkestone Central (FKC) on Thu, Aug 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
6:15 AM1h03Maidstone East (MDE)7:18 AMFolkestone Central (FKC)€141One-way0 transfers
- 6:15 AM1h03Maidstone East (MDE)7:18 AMFolkestone Central (FKC)€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC):
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) costing on average €14.
Other travel options to Folkestone Central (FKC) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 17m.
Tickets start at around €14 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-2.84. The journey takes 50m versus 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P88732 · P85942 | On time 3:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h01 | 4:02 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| J22614 · P89045 | On time 3:45 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h03 | 4:48 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88741 · P85948 | On time 4:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h01 | 5:02 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88744 · P89052 | On time 4:29 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h19 | 5:48 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88751 · P85954 | On time 5:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h03 | 6:04 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88754 · P85960 | 5:27 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h04 | 6:31 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88761 · P85961 | On time 6:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h00 | 7:01 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| J01556 · P89115 | On time 6:16 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h07 | 7:23 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88765 · P89067 | On time 6:28 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h21 | 7:49 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88772 · P85967 | On time 7:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h02 | 8:03 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88777 · P89075 | On time 7:27 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h23 | 8:50 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88784 · P85973 | On time 8:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h02 | 9:03 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88788 · P89082 | On time 8:30 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h18 | 9:48 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88794 · P85979 | On time 9:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h01 | 10:02 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88798 · P89089 | 9:29 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h19 | 10:48 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88805 · P85985 | On time 10:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h01 | 11:02 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| J01567 · P89095 | On time 10:45 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h03 | 11:48 PM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| P88815 · P85992 | On time 11:01 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h01 | 12:02 AM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| J01565 · P89103 | On time 11:45 PM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h03 | 12:48 AM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
| 6:15 AM Maidstone East (MDE) | 1h03 | 7:18 AM Folkestone Central (FKC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Train companies: Southeastern from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Maidstone East (MDE) and Folkestone Central (FKC) from €8. 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 Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) 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 Central (FKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC)
Most Maidstone East (MDE) to Folkestone Central (FKC) trains use the Maidstone East to Folkestone West station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone East (MDE) and Folkestone Central (FKC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Maidstone East from Maidstone city centre
Maidstone East is 1 km from Maidstone city centre. Public transport options include:
Maidstone East train station facilities and services
Maidstone East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maidstone East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maidstone 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 Maidstone East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maidstone East: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maidstone East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. 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 for services towards London from the main side entrance. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London. Step free access to platform 3, terminal platform, for services towards London. There is step free interchange via road and steep paths in excess of 200 metres. From the Ticket office the step free access to all platforms is via the station forecourt, 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: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 01:00 Saturday 05:30 - 01:00 Sunday 06:30 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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