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Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West, starting from 1 259,06 THB and averaging 2 874,03 THB. The entire journey takes no more than 1 timme 52 minut. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:49 2 timme 25 minut, Changes required Gatwick Airport	01:14 +1 Folkestone West		Find Tickets
23:06 2 timme 8 minut, Changes required Gatwick Airport	01:14 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West Train Route Details

First train

05:19

Last train

23:06

Departure station

Gatwick Airport

Arrival station

Folkestone West

Journey time

1 timme 52 minut

Distance

93 km

Price

1 259,06 THB*

Train operators

Southeastern, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West 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%

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 Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West, 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%

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

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West Train prices and times

Gatwick Airport to Folkestone West Train Route Details