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Whitstable to Folkestone trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Whitstable and Folkestone takes 1h 37m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is at least one train per day from Whitstable 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.

1h 37m
Duration
49 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Whitstable to Folkestone train times

Trains run once daily between Whitstable and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Whitstable is at 7:14 AM which arrives into Folkestone at 9:01 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 47m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 47m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 47m • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 47m • Direct

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 47m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Whitstable 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.

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  • Distance: 49 mi
  • Duration: 1h 37m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Whitstable to Folkestone Central once daily. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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