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Southend East to Folkestone Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southend East to Folkestone Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 27.730, with average prices for this route around BHD 28.840.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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05:50
Southend East
08:02
Folkestone Central
2h 12m, Changes requiredc2cSoutheastern
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06:17
Southend East
08:51
Folkestone Central
2h 34m, Changes requiredc2cSoutheastern
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06:46
Southend East
09:02
Folkestone Central
2h 16m, Changes requiredc2cSoutheastern
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07:33
Southend East
09:49
Folkestone Central
2h 16m, Changes requiredc2cSoutheastern
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07:52
Southend East
10:02
Folkestone Central
2h 10m, Changes requiredc2cSoutheastern
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08:21
Southend East
10:43
Paris
2h 22m, Changes requiredc2cSoutheastern
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Southend East to Folkestone Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
22:32
Departure station
Departure station
Southend East
Arrival station
Arrival station
Folkestone Central
Journey time
Journey time
2h 7m
Distance
Distance
60 km
Price
Price
BHD 27.730*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, c2c

How to book cheap train tickets from Southend East to Folkestone Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Southend East to Folkestone Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southend East to Folkestone Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Southend East to Folkestone Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Southend East to Folkestone Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southend East to Folkestone Central Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.