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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
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 $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet 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 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €80.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€81 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:23 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 2h18 | 10:41 AM Folkestone | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone
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Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€80) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€80) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 22:01 |
Train companies: Southeastern from Stansted Mountfitchet to Folkestone trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet and Folkestone from $32 (€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
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
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Information Desk- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
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Bike RentalInformation Desk- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- 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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