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Reading to Folkestone Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Reading to Folkestone, starting from 93,27 USD and averaging 93,27 USD. The entire journey takes no more than 2 timer 1 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	Find Tickets
08:25 2 timer 17 minutter, 2 change Reading	10:42 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
08:58 2 timer 1 minut, 1 change Reading	10:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
09:31 2 timer 10 minutter, 2 change Reading	11:41 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
09:51 2 timer 8 minutter, 1 change Reading	11:59 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
10:27 2 timer 14 minutter, 2 change Reading	12:41 Folkestone West	Find Tickets
10:46 2 timer 13 minutter, 1 change Reading	12:59 Paris	Find Tickets

Reading to Folkestone Train Route Details

First train

05:48

Last train

23:50

Departure city

Reading

Arrival city

Folkestone

Journey time

2 timer 1 minut

Distance

156 km

Price

93,27 USD*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, Southeastern, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Folkestone

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Reading to Folkestone. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Reading to Folkestone, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Reading to Folkestone ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Reading to Folkestone train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Reading to Folkestone Train prices and times

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