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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Folkestone Stations

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18

train journeys
per day

240

miles (387 kms)

4hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Folkestone Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead North to Folkestone Stations is approximately 240 miles (387 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 39 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to Folkestone Stations Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:09
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:09
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    11:41
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:19
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:19
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    13:41
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:19
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    14:41
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:19
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    16:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:19
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:01
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:34
    4 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    18:28
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:19
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    20:48
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:19
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:19
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    22:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:19
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    23:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:19
    11 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    07:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:49
    11 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    08:59
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:34
    10 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Birkenhead North
    Folkestone West
    Birkenhead North to Folkestone West

About Birkenhead North Station

Station name Birkenhead North (BKN)
Address Birkenhead North station, Station Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 7AZ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:49 - 00:17
Tuesday 05:49 - 00:17
Wednesday 05:49 - 00:17
Thursday 05:49 - 00:17
Friday 05:49 - 00:17
Saturday 05:49 - 00:17
Sunday 07:49 - 00:17
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address Folkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations

The travel time between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkenhead North & Folkestone Stations . owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birkenhead North and Folkestone Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.