4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Folkestone
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Folkestone will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Folkestone without transferring at least once.
G88584 · C82379 · G77424+
J901209:30 AM4h53Southampton Central (SOU)2:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$421One-way3 transfers- G88578 · C82369 · G77418+J901228:30 AM4h53Southampton Central (SOU)1:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$421One-way3 transfers
- G88590 · C82389 · G77430+J9011910:30 AM4h53Southampton Central (SOU)3:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$421One-way3 transfers
L78770_L79931+J901248:55 AM3h28Southampton Central (SOU)12:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$1111One-way1 transfer- L78778_L79943+J9012010:55 AM3h28Southampton Central (SOU)2:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$1111One-way1 transfer
- L78770_L79931+J901248:55 AM3h28Southampton Central (SOU)12:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$1111One-way1 transfer
- L78778_L79943+J9012010:55 AM3h28Southampton Central (SOU)2:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$1111One-way1 transfer
- L78774_L79937+J901229:55 AM3h28Southampton Central (SOU)1:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$1111One-way1 transfer
- G88584 · C82379 · G77424+J901209:30 AM4h53Southampton Central (SOU)2:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$421One-way3 transfers
- G88578 · C82369 · G77418+J901228:30 AM4h53Southampton Central (SOU)1:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$421One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Southampton to Folkestone:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Folkestone costing on average $57 (€47).
Other travel options to Folkestone take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€47) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.44 (€-6.09). The journey takes 3h 16m versus 2h 34m 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
Southampton to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Folkestone 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G88578 · C82369 · G77418+J90122 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h53 | 1:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 transfers | |
| L78770_L79931+J90124 | 8:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h28 | 12:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88584 · C82379 · G77424+J90120 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h53 | 2:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 transfers | |
| L78774_L79937+J90122 | 9:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h28 | 1:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88590 · C82389 · G77430+J90119 | 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h53 | 3:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 3 transfers | |
| L78778_L79943+J90120 | 10:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h28 | 2:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Folkestone
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Trains from Southampton to Folkestone run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton to Folkestone trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Folkestone from $28 (€23). 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 Southampton to Folkestone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Folkestone
Most Southampton to Folkestone trains use the Southampton Central to Folkestone West station pair, with some services arriving at Folkestone Central. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Folkestone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Folkestone leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Redbridge from Southampton city centre
Redbridge is 4 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Redbridge train station facilities and services
Redbridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redbridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Redbridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redbridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redbridge: Bike Parking.
Which Folkestone station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
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.
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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