Folkestone to Birmingham by train
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Overview: trains from Folkestone to Birmingham
Find the key information for travelling by train from Folkestone to Birmingham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Folkestone to Birmingham by train
Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Folkestone to Birmingham? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 262 kilometres.
Cost of train travel from Folkestone to Birmingham
Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Folkestone to Birmingham:
Cheapest ticket: €70.13
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:
Comparing train prices with Rail Europe
Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.
Train schedule for travel between Folkestone and Birmingham
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 22 trains make this journey of 262 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Folkestone is at 04:41 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:02.
During the weekend, 05:06 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:00 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 51 minutes.
How long is the train journey from Folkestone to Birmingham?
This journey covers a total of 262 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 53 minutes.
How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Folkestone and Birmingham?
You can secure tickets for travel between Folkestone and Birmingham up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.
Making the most of your Folkestone to Birmingham travels
To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Birmingham.
FAQs about the train journey from Folkestone to Birmingham
Want to know more about your journey from Folkestone to Birmingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The trip from Folkestone to Birmingham covers a distance of 262 kilometres.
The cheapest fare on this route is €70.13. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .
Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 5 months in advance.
The fastest journey is 2 hours and 53 minutes.
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