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Trip Summary
You can pick from 18 daily train trips between Redhill and Folkestone. The average train journey from Redhill to Folkestone takes 2 hours and 20 minutes, but some Southern + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 59 mi (95 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 54m |
| Lowest price | £21.94 |
| Most frequent service | Southern + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Redhill to Folkestone?
2 train services operate from Redhill to Folkestone. Southern + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 16 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern + Connections | 16 | 2h 17m | £30.05 |
| Thameslink + Connections | 2 | 2h 54m | £26.00 |
Southern Railway is part of the British rail network serving stations predominantly between central London and the British south coast. Destinations include Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and Worthing. WiFi and accessible restrooms are available on most trains, plus the option to upgrade to a first-class ticket with extra legroom.
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Redhill to Folkestone start from £22, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Folkestone. Thameslink + Connections in Redhill leaves from Salfords (Surrey) and one other station. And in Folkestone trains arrive at Folkestone West .
From Redhill to Folkestone train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 2 hours and 54 minutes. If you are looking to get to Folkestone faster, Thameslink + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 54 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Thameslink + Connections offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Folkestone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Redhill to Folkestone are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Redhill at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 18 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Redhill?
Main departure station: Redstone Hill
Redhill has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Folkestone.
All train stations in Redhill:
Redstone Hill
Earlswood (Surrey)
Salfords Station
Where is the train station in Folkestone?
Main arrival station: Folkestone Central
Folkestone receives travelers from Redhill at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Folkestone:
Folkestone Central
Folkestone West Train Station
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