Travelling from Calais to Folkestone by train

Want to know how to get from Calais to Folkestone by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Calais to Folkestone take around 1 hour and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 50 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Calais is scheduled to depart at around  05:29. The last departure is usually at around 21:31 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Calais at around 06:04, with the last train leaving at around 21:31. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$122.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Folkestone, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Folkestone.

Is there a direct train from Calais to Folkestone?

The journey between Calais and Folkestone usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Calais to Folkestone every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Calais to Folkestone?

The Calais to Folkestone train travel takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Calais to Folkestone train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Folkestone leaving Calais at around 05:29 and the last train leaving at around 21:31 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Calais at around 06:04, with the final departure at 21:31.