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Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol and Folkestone takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 8m
Duration
190 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bristol to Folkestone train times

Trains run hourly between Bristol and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 8m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 14m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 16m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Folkestone? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 190 mi
  • Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Folkestone Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 29m.

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