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Grantham to Folkestone Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Grantham to Folkestone Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €33.67, with average prices for this route around €33.67.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:19 2h 43m, Changes required Grantham	23:02 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
20:40 3h 8m, Changes required Grantham	23:48 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
20:40 3h 22m, Changes required Grantham	00:02 +1 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
21:04 2h 58m, Changes required Grantham	00:02 +1 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
21:55 2h 53m, Changes required Grantham	00:48 +1 Folkestone Central	Find Tickets
22:17 3h 6m, Changes required Grantham	01:23 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Grantham to Folkestone Central Train Route Details

First train

05:49

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Grantham

Arrival station

Folkestone Central

Journey time

2h 34m

Distance

238 km

Price

€33.67*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Grantham to Folkestone Central

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 Grantham to Folkestone Central can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Grantham 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%

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 Grantham to Folkestone Central 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.

Grantham to Folkestone Central 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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