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Trip Summary
You can pick from 18 daily train trips between Dover and Folkestone. The average train journey from Dover to Folkestone takes 16 minutes, but some Southeastern train trips are as short as 10 minutes.
| Distance | 7 mi (11 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 10m |
| Lowest price | €7.23 |
| Trains per day | 48 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Dover to Folkestone?
Southeastern is the one and only train line which connects Dover to Folkestone. However, there are 18 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern | 18 | 0h 17m | €9.01 |
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
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Dover to Folkestone. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Dover at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. 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. 48 of these are direct connections to Folkestone. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Folkestone to Dover.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Dover?
Main departure station: Dover Priory
There are two stations in Dover where you can board the train to Folkestone.
All train stations in Dover:
Dover Priory
Martin Mill Station
Where is the train station in Folkestone?
Main arrival station: Folkestone Central
Folkestone receives travelers from Dover at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Folkestone:
Folkestone Central
Folkestone West Train Station
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