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Trip Summary
There are 8 daily trains from Hatfield to Folkestone. Traveling by train from Hatfield to Folkestone usually takes around 2 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Thameslink + Connections train can make the trip in one hour and 51 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (123 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 51m |
| Lowest price | €51.36 |
| Most frequent service | Thameslink + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Hatfield to Folkestone?
2 train services operate from Hatfield to Folkestone. Thameslink + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Northern + Connections | 3 | 2h 14m | €48.74 |
| Thameslink + Connections | 5 | 2h 6m | €52.93 |
Great Northern is a UK-based rail company that serves commuter towns north of London. The company is owned by Thameslink and offers a contemporary train fleet with complimentary WiFi. The company primarily serves towns such as Potters Bar, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, and Hitchin While standard-class seats can be hard to secure due to high demand at peak hours, first-class compartments offer a quieter, more peaceful journey.
Thameslink + Connections train tickets from Hatfield to Folkestone start from €47, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Thameslink + Connections schedules to Folkestone. Thameslink + Connections in Hatfield leaves from Hatfield (Herts) . And in Folkestone trains arrive at Folkestone West .
From Hatfield to Folkestone train travel on Thameslink + Connections takes 2 hours and 6 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 51 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Hatfield to Folkestone on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Hatfield at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 8 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 Hatfield?
Main departure station: Hatfield (Herts) Train Station
There is one train station in Hatfield.
All train stations in Hatfield:
Hatfield (Herts) Train Station
Where is the train station in Folkestone?
Main arrival station: Folkestone West Train Station
Folkestone has one train station.
Train stations in Folkestone:
Folkestone West Train Station
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