The average train between Folkestone and Canterbury takes 44 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. There is an hourly train service from Folkestone to Canterbury. 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 hourly between Folkestone and Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 12:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 1:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 44 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Canterbury West station via Ashford International station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.
Folkestone to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Canterbury train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Canterbury West station.
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The distance between Folkestone and Canterbury is 22.8 km. The road distance is 27 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Canterbury West via Ashford International in around 47 min.