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Rye to Folkestone Train Route Details

First train
05:44

Last train
22:48

Journey time
40m

Distance
22 miles

Price
£19.90*
What are the next train times from Rye to Folkestone?
Discover all upcoming Rye to Folkestone services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:44 Rye (Sussex) | 07:16 Folkestone West | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:38 Rye (Sussex) | 07:59 Folkestone West | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:45 Rye (Sussex) | 08:49 Folkestone West | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:48 Rye (Sussex) | 09:48 Folkestone West | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:48 Rye (Sussex) | 10:42 Folkestone West | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:48 Rye (Sussex) | 11:41 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Rye to Folkestone

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Rye to Folkestone by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.

Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Rye to Folkestone more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travelers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route

Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










