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Folkestone Central to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Folkestone Central to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €37.94, with average prices for this route around €80.63. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
19:55 3 hours 49 minutes, Changes required Folkestone Central	23:44 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:55 4 hours 9 minutes, Changes required Folkestone Central	00:04 +1 Birmingham Moor Street		Find Tickets
20:58 3 hours 57 minutes, Changes required Folkestone Central	00:55 +1 Birmingham Moor Street		Find Tickets
20:58 4 hours 37 minutes, Changes required Folkestone Central	01:35 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
22:58 8 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Folkestone Central	07:44 +1 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
22:58 8 hours 50 minutes, Changes required Folkestone Central	07:48 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Folkestone Central to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

04:38

Last train

22:58

Departure station

Folkestone Central

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

2 hours 56 minutes

Distance

262 km

Price

€37.94*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone Central to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Folkestone Central to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Folkestone Central to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Folkestone Central to Birmingham, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Folkestone Central to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone Central to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Folkestone Central to Birmingham Train prices and times

Folkestone Central to Birmingham Train Route Details