Folkestone to Doncaster by train

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Overview: trains from Folkestone to Doncaster

Find the key information for travelling by train from Folkestone to Doncaster, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:39 View journey
Last train 23:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 58m View journey
Distance (km) 314
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey AU$102.20 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 39m
Train operators 7

Going from Folkestone to Doncaster by train

About to set off from Folkestone to Doncaster by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Folkestone to Doncaster

Ready to book tickets from Folkestone to Doncaster? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Folkestone and Doncaster typically run AU$102.20.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 3 months in advance.

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Train times for travel from Folkestone to Doncaster

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 04:39 and the last departure is 23:00. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:00 and the last train leaves at 23:00. On average, a total of 16 trains make this journey each day.

Train travel time and distance from Folkestone to Doncaster

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 58 minutes. The total distance travelled is 314 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Folkestone and Doncaster

Tickets for travel between Folkestone and Doncaster can be booked 3 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Folkestone to Doncaster by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Doncaster.

FAQs about the train journey from Folkestone to Doncaster

Want to know more about your journey from Folkestone to Doncaster? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Folkestone and Doncaster by train is 314 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.