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Trip Summary
There are usually 14 daily train trips available from Folkestone to Littlehampton. Traveling by train from Folkestone to Littlehampton usually takes 3 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Southeastern + Connections train can make the trip in 3 hours and 21 minutes.
| Distance | 77 mi (123 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 21m |
| Lowest price | $77.06 |
| Most frequent service | Southeastern + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Folkestone to Littlehampton?
Southeastern + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Folkestone to Littlehampton. However, there are 14 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern + Connections | 14 | 3h 33m | $77.06 |
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
The distance between Folkestone and Littlehampton is approximately 77 miles, or 123 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 21 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Folkestone to Littlehampton 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 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. 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 14 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 Littlehampton 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 Littlehampton.
All train stations in Folkestone:
Folkestone West Train Station
Folkestone Central
Where is the train station in Littlehampton?
Main arrival station: Littlehampton Train Station
Littlehampton has one train station.
All train stations in Littlehampton:
Littlehampton Train Station
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