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Trains from Birkenhead Park (BKP) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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18

train journeys
per day

239

miles (385 kms)

4hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Park (BKP) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead Park and Folkestone Central , 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 Park to Folkestone Central is approximately 239 miles (385 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:11
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:11
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    11:43
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:21
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:21
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    13:43
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:21
    4 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    14:43
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:21
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    15:48
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:21
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:21
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:36
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    18:31
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:21
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    18:48
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:21
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    19:48
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:21
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    20:50
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:21
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    22:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:21
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:21
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:21
    11 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    08:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:51
    11 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:36
    10 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    09:48
    Birkenhead Park
    Folkestone Central
    Birkenhead Park to Folkestone Central

About Birkenhead Park Station

Station name Birkenhead Park (BKP)
Address Birkenhead Park station, Duke Street, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 8BT
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:15
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:15
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:15
Thursday 05:51 - 00:15
Friday 05:51 - 00:15
Saturday 05:51 - 00:15
Sunday 07:51 - 00:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Folkestone Central Station

Station name Folkestone Central (FKC)
Address Folkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead Park and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Birkenhead Park and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Park and Folkestone Central 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 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

First class tickets on trains between Birkenhead Park and Folkestone Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birkenhead Park and Folkestone Central 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 Park & Folkestone Central. 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 Park and Folkestone Central.

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