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Ashford to Folkestone Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ashford to Folkestone Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $7.30, with average prices for this route around $13.77. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Jul 11
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:17 Pluckley	00:48 Folkestone Central	31m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:30 Ashford International	00:48 Folkestone Central	18m, Direct	Find Tickets
01:22 Ashford International	01:37 Folkestone Central	15m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:22 Ashford International	05:38 Folkestone Central	16m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:55 Ashford International	06:14 Folkestone Central	19m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:49 Pluckley	07:18 Paris	29m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Ashford to Folkestone Central Train Route Details

First train

00:17

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Ashford

Arrival station

Folkestone Central

Journey time

15m

Distance

76 miles

Price

$7.30*

Train operators

Southeastern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ashford to Folkestone Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Ashford to Folkestone Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Ashford to Folkestone Central, 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 Ashford to Folkestone Central 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Ashford to Folkestone Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ashford to Folkestone Central 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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