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Trip Overview

The average train between Lincoln and Folkestone takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 55m
Duration
206 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Lincoln to Folkestone train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Lincoln and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 8:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern2h 58m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern9h 1m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 9m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 9m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 27m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 41m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 32m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 9m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 9m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 1m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 9m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 31m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 41m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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.

Map of how to get from Lincoln to Folkestone.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 205.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Folkestone Central via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 32m.

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