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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£135
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
Of the 1 trains that leave Folkestone Central (FKC) for Cardiff Central (CDF) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train for Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 306 km
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3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:02 Folkestone Central (FKC) | 4h14 | 12:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 10:58. The fastest train covers the 306 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 306 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 08:02 |
Last train 10:58 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Southeastern from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsGreat Western Rail, Southeastern trains will get you between Folkestone Central (FKC) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone Central (FKC) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop outside of the station (exit station, walk down the slope and turn right. Bus stop is just beyond the bridge)
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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