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Trip Summary
16 trains operate daily from Folkestone to Wellingborough. The train trip from Folkestone to Wellingborough is usually about 3 hours and 14 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Southeastern + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 116 mi (187 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 8m |
| Lowest price | $29.87 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Folkestone to Wellingborough?
Southeastern + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Folkestone to Wellingborough. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern + Connections | 16 | 3h 15m | $109.49 |
Southeastern is a rail franchise that operates passenger train services between central London and southeast England. The company's fleet of over 300 trains stops at 180 stations across London, Kent, and East Sussex, and standard and first-class fares are available. First-class passengers enjoy dedicated areas, larger seats, more legroom, and a quieter travel experience. Onboard restrooms are available for all passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Folkestone to Wellingborough tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Folkestone at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Wellingborough to Folkestone.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Folkestone?
Main departure station: Folkestone West Train Station
There are two stations in Folkestone where you can board the train to Wellingborough.
All train stations in Folkestone:
Folkestone West Train Station
Folkestone Central
Where is the train station in Wellingborough?
Main arrival station: Wellingborough Train Station
Wellingborough has one train station.
Train stations in Wellingborough:
Wellingborough Train Station
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