Trains from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central from $25.01*

Trains from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central from $25.01*

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Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $25.01, with average prices for this route around $80.56. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Fri, Dec 27
    From $25.01
  • Sat, Dec 28
    From $33.85
  • Sun, Dec 29
    From $33.85
  • Mon, Dec 30
    From $33.85
  • Tue, Dec 31
    From $33.85
  • Wed, Jan 1
    From $33.85
  • Thu, Jan 2
    From $33.85
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05:15
Gatwick Airport
07:43
Folkestone Central
2h 28m, Changes requiredThameslinkSoutheastern
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06:16
Gatwick Airport
08:43
Folkestone Central
2h 27m, Changes requiredThameslinkSoutheastern
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06:32
Gatwick Airport
08:43
Folkestone Central
2h 11m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouthernSoutheastern
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06:46
Gatwick Airport
09:01
Folkestone Central
2h 15m, Changes requiredThameslinkSoutheastern
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07:16
Gatwick Airport
09:43
Folkestone Central
2h 27m, Changes requiredThameslinkSoutheastern
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07:34
Gatwick Airport
09:43
Paris
2h 9m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouthernSoutheastern
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Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central Train Route Details

The Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central train ticket is from $25.01. The average travel time is 2h 9m, covering a distance of approximately 59 miles. There are usually 54 daily trains provided by Southeastern,Thameslink,Gatwick Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:15
Last train
Last train
23:10
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 9m
Distance
Distance
59 miles
Price
Price
$25.01*

Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central Train Travel Guide

Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Folkestone Central

Trains running from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central will typically take around at least 2h 9m and there is approximately 54 train running everyday.

Book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

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 designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.