The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone without transferring at least 2 times.
P66268+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J9012210:17 AM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)1:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66177+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J901258:17 AM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)11:23 AMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66389+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J901181:17 PM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)4:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66223+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J901249:17 AM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66365+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J9011912:17 PM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)3:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66268+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J9012210:17 AM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)1:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66177+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J901258:17 AM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)11:23 AMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66389+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J901181:17 PM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)4:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66223+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J901249:17 AM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)12:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
P66365+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+
J9011912:17 PM3h06Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST)3:23 PMFolkestone West (FKW)$931One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $97.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone costing on average $97 (€80).
Other travel options to Folkestone take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 32m by train vs 1h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $97 (€80) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P66177+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90125 | 8:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 11:23 AM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66223+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90124 | 9:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 12:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66268+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90122 | 10:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 1:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66315+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90120 | 11:17 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 2:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66365+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90119 | 12:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 3:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66389+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90118 | 1:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 4:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66413+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90117 | 2:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 5:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66437+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90116 | 3:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 6:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66461+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90114 | 4:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 7:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66484+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90112 | 5:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 8:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
P66059+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Bridge+ J90111 | 6:17 PM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h06 | 9:23 PM Folkestone West (FKW) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Southeastern, Greater Anglia from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone trainsSoutheastern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Folkestone from $31 (€26). 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone
Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone trains use the Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone West station pair, with some services arriving at Folkestone Central. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Folkestone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stansted Mountfitchet station do trains to Folkestone leave from?
Getting to Stansted Mountfitchet from Stansted Mountfitchet city centre
Stansted Mountfitchet train station facilities and services
Stansted Mountfitchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cork House
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Folkestone station do trains from Stansted Mountfitchet 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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