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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Folkestone
Cheapest price
€141
Average price
€142
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Folkestone will cost around €142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €141.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Folkestone without transferring at least once.
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P85677 · P890338:30 AM6h11Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:41 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1411One-way2 transfers
G25682+P859368:26 AM6h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:59 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1411One-way1 transfer- G08180+P859308:00 AM5h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:59 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1411One-way1 transfer
- C02006+P85683 · P890399:30 AM6h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:46 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1431One-way2 transfers
- G80049+P8594210:00 AM5h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:59 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1431One-way1 transfer
- G80049+P8594210:00 AM5h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:59 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1431One-way1 transfer
- G08180+P859308:00 AM5h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:59 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1411One-way1 transfer
- G08186+P859369:00 AM5h59Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:59 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1431One-way1 transfer
- C02015+P85677 · P890338:30 AM6h11Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:41 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1411One-way2 transfers
- C02006+P85683 · P890399:30 AM6h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:46 PMFolkestone West (FKW)€1431One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €93.
Distance: 614 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€106 Average price | €42 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 43m Average total duration 12h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Folkestone train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Folkestone trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 9:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h32 | 3:02 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h31 | 4:01 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 11:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h31 | 5:01 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 12:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h32 | 6:02 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 1:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h32 | 7:02 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h31 | 8:01 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 3:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h32 | 9:02 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h31 | 10:01 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 5:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h31 | 11:01 PM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 6:00 PM Edinburgh | 6h01 | 12:01 AM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
| 7:25 PM Edinburgh | 12h36 | 8:01 AM Folkestone | 1 transfer | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo, Transpennine Express or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Folkestone.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Folkestone
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Trains from Edinburgh to Folkestone run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €93 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 614 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 614 km |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €93 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 4:44 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Folkestone trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Folkestone from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Folkestone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Folkestone by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Folkestone
Most Edinburgh to Folkestone trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Folkestone West station pair, with some services arriving at Folkestone Central. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Folkestone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Folkestone station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Folkestone West from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone West is 2 km from Folkestone city centre. Public transport options include:
Folkestone West train station facilities and services
Folkestone West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Folkestone West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to Platform 1 via main entrance off Shorncliffe Road. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance off Station Road. Step access between platforms via station subway. Step free Interchange between platforms via steep roads is in excess of 500 metres, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Folkestone Central from Folkestone city centre
Folkestone Central train station facilities and services
Folkestone Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Folkestone Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Folkestone Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Folkestone Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Folkestone Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Folkestone Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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