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London Waterloo to Folkestone West Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo to Folkestone West, starting from AU$12.39 and averaging AU$122.36. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 33m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Sun, Sep 7
From AU$27.04
Mon, Sep 8
From AU$27.04
Tue, Sep 9
From AU$12.39
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From AU$27.04
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
07:59 London Waterloo	09:41 Folkestone West	1h 42m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:59 London Waterloo	10:41 Folkestone West	2h 42m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:23 London Waterloo	10:00 Folkestone West	1h 37m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:59 London Waterloo	10:41 Folkestone West	1h 42m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:23 London Waterloo	11:00 Folkestone West	1h 37m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:32 London Waterloo	11:41 Paris	2h 9m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Waterloo to Folkestone West Train Route Details

First train

07:59

Last train

23:43

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Folkestone West

Journey time

1h 33m

Distance

63 miles

Price

AU$12.39*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Folkestone West

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Waterloo and Folkestone West, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Folkestone West. 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo to Folkestone West, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 London Waterloo to Folkestone West 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 London Waterloo to Folkestone West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Folkestone West 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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