The average train between Folkestone and Harwich takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Harwich. 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 Harwich. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Harwich at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Harwich? 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 Folkestone to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Harwich station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Folkestone to Harwich train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Harwich train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Folkestone to Harwich train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Folkestone and Harwich is 96 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Harwich Town via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 3h.