The average train between Essex and Folkestone takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Essex and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 11:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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.
No, there is no direct train from Essex to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Folkestone station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.
Essex to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Folkestone train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Folkestone Central station.
Book your Essex to Folkestone train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Essex and Folkestone is 92.9 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Folkestone Central via Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 2h 17m.