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Folkestone to Birmingham New Street Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Folkestone to Birmingham New Street, starting from KWD 13.460 and averaging KWD 28.610. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 53 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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15:53
3 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Folkestone West
18:56
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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15:53
4 hours 24 minutes, Changes required
Folkestone West
20:17
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternChiltern Railways
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16:07
3 hours 20 minutes, Changes required
Folkestone West
19:27
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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16:07
4 hours 10 minutes, Changes required
Folkestone West
20:17
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternChiltern Railways
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16:57
3 hours 3 minutes, Changes required
Folkestone West
20:00
Birmingham New Street
SoutheasternAvanti West Coast
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16:57
4 hours 21 minutes, Changes required
Folkestone West
21:18
Paris
SoutheasternChiltern Railways
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Folkestone to Birmingham New Street Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:40
Last train
Last train
23:01
Departure station
Departure station
Folkestone
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham New Street
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 53 minutes
Distance
Distance
262 km
Price
Price
KWD 13.460*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Folkestone to Birmingham New Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Folkestone to Birmingham New Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Folkestone to Birmingham New Street, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Folkestone to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Folkestone to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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