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Trip Overview

The average train between Folkestone and Essex takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone to Essex. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 57m
Duration
102 mi
Distance
£62
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain train Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
  2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain train London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 34m
£52–89

Folkestone to Essex train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Folkestone and Essex. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia8h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 14m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 12m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 14m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 12m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 44m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 44m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 45m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia9h 12m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 14m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 12m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 14m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 12m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes

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    SoutheasternDockland Light Railway (DLR)Greater Anglia2h 42m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Essex? 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.

Map of how to get from Folkestone to Essex.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 102.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to White Notley via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 34m.

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