How to get from Canterbury to Folkestone by train?

From Canterbury to Folkestone by train

To get from Canterbury to Folkestone in Shepway, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Canterbury West station to Ashford International station. Next, take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Ashford International station to Folkestone Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min.

66min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Walk to Folkestone
Leaves from Canterbury West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Canterbury West
    770 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    St Pancras International
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ashford International
    15 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Ramsgate
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Folkestone Central
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Folkestone
    Walk to
    Folkestone
    West Cliff Gardens
    940 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Canterbury to Folkestone

The distance between Canterbury, Shepway and Folkestone, Shepway is approximately 46.78 km, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Canterbury to Folkestone by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Shepway – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Canterbury

Canterbury is located at Orange Street, Shepway and the nearest public transport station is Westgate Towers, St Dunstans.

Bus stations close to Canterbury:

  • Westgate Towers, St Dunstans
  • Magistrates Court, Canterbury
  • Whitefriars, Canterbury

Public transport stations close to Folkestone, Shepway

Folkestone is located at West Cliff Gardens, Shepway and the nearest public transport station is Bus Station, Folkestone.

Bus stations close to Folkestone:

  • Bus Station, Folkestone
  • Bus Station Arrivals, Folkestone
  • Bouverie Road West, Folkestone

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Folkestone?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Folkestone?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Canterbury to Folkestone?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from Canterbury West station near Canterbury in Canterbury to St Pancras International station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till St Pancras International station near Folkestone in Shepway.

  • How long does it take to travel from Canterbury to Folkestone by train?

    The total travel time between Canterbury in Canterbury and Folkestone in Shepway by train is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Canterbury to get to Folkestone?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the Canterbury West station near Canterbury in Canterbury.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Canterbury and Folkestone?

    Get off the train at the St Pancras International station, which is closest to Folkestone in Shepway.

  • When is the last bus from Canterbury to Folkestone?

    The last bus from Canterbury in Canterbury to Folkestone in Shepway is the Dover - Victoria,London line. It leaves the Bus Station, Canterbury stop at 02:15.