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Christchurch to Folkestone Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Christchurch to Folkestone Central, starting from SAR 416.87 and averaging SAR 535.52. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 34m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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05:20
4h 32m, Changes required
Christchurch
09:52
Folkestone Central
South Western RailwaySoutheastern
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05:43
4h 9m, Changes required
Christchurch
09:52
Folkestone Central
South Western RailwaySoutheastern
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06:16
4h 27m, Changes required
Christchurch
10:43
Folkestone Central
South Western RailwaySoutheastern
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06:41
4h 21m, Changes required
Christchurch
11:02
Folkestone Central
South Western RailwaySoutheastern
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07:09
4h 34m, Changes required
Christchurch
11:43
Folkestone Central
South Western RailwaySoutheastern
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07:40
4h 3m, Changes required
Christchurch
11:43
Paris
South Western RailwaySoutheastern
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Christchurch to Folkestone Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:20
Last train
Last train
23:18
Departure station
Departure station
Christchurch
Arrival station
Arrival station
Folkestone Central
Journey time
Journey time
3h 34m
Distance
Distance
211 km
Price
Price
SAR 416.87*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Christchurch to Folkestone Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Christchurch to Folkestone Central can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Christchurch to Folkestone Central 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Christchurch to Folkestone Central, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Christchurch to Folkestone Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Christchurch to Folkestone Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Christchurch to Folkestone Central train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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