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Maidstone East to Folkestone Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Maidstone East to Folkestone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €26.08, with average prices for this route around €26.08. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:15 1 hour, Changes required Maidstone East	07:15 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
07:19 53 minutes, Changes required Maidstone East	08:12 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
08:00 59 minutes, Changes required Maidstone East	08:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
08:30 1 hour 20 minutes, Changes required Maidstone East	09:50 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
09:00 59 minutes, Changes required Maidstone East	09:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
10:00 59 minutes, Changes required Maidstone East	10:59 Paris	Find Tickets

Maidstone East to Folkestone Train Route Details

First train

00:38

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Maidstone East

Arrival station

Folkestone

Journey time

53 minutes

Distance

51 km

Price

€26.08*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Maidstone East to Folkestone

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Maidstone East to Folkestone. 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 Maidstone East to Folkestone, 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%

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 Maidstone East to Folkestone 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

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 Maidstone East to Folkestone more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Maidstone East to Folkestone 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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Maidstone East to Folkestone Train prices and times

Maidstone East to Folkestone Train Route Details