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Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West Trains From US$34.75

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Buy cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West for just US$34.75. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$53.92. The train journey from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West typically takes approximately 1h 48m. You can expect a frequency of 66 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 21:30
    Gatwick Airport

    2h 8m

    Changes required

    23:38
    Folkestone West
    Train L66934-1V90 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain P17063-2A68 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W03126-2R72 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$33.41
  2. 21:36
    Gatwick Airport

    2h 2m

    Changes required

    23:38
    Folkestone West
    Train P51982-9T62 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W00551-1J72 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 140km/h.
Days of operation: Mon,Wed–FriTrain W03126-2R72 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$76.47
  3. 22:06
    Gatwick Airport

    1h 52m

    Changes required

    23:58
    Folkestone West
    Train P51988-9T64 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W00741-1L74 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 140km/h.
Days of operation: Fri

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    From US$76.47
  4. 22:30
    Gatwick Airport

    2h 7m

    Changes required

    00:37+1
    Folkestone West
    Train L66935-1V91 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain P17069-2A72 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W03133-2R76 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$33.41
  5. 22:36
    Gatwick Airport

    1h 59m

    Changes required

    00:35+1
    Folkestone West
    Train P51994-9T66 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W00560-1J76 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 140km/h.
Days of operation: FriTrain W03134-2R76 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From US$76.47
  6. 23:06
    Gatwick Airport

    2h 14m

    Changes required

    01:20+1
    Folkestone West
    Train P52000-9T68 is operated by Thameslink. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W00563-1J78 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 140km/h.
Days of operation: Tue–SatTrain W03140-2R79 is operated by Southeastern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Wed–Sat

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    From US$76.47
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    Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West Train Route Details

    The Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West train ticket is from US$34.75. The average travel time is 1h 48m, covering a distance of approximately 92 mile. There are usually 66 daily trains provided by Southern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    04:41
    Last train
    23:06
    Departure station
    Gatwick Airport
    Arrival station
    Folkestone West
    Journey time
    1h 48m
    Distance
    92 mile
    Price
    US$34.75
    Train operators
    Southern

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    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

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    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$53.92 Save US$17.80
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    Book in Advance

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    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

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    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West?

      The first train from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West is at 04:41.
    • Are there direct trains from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West?

      No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West ?

      The train journey from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West typically takes an average of 2h 7m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 48m.
    • How much is a train from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West ?

      The cost of a train from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$34.75 and the average price being around US$53.92.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.