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Trains from Canterbury Stations to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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50

train journeys
per day

14

miles (22 kms)

39 mins

fastest journey

00:46 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Canterbury Stations to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury Stations and Folkestone Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 50 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury Stations to Folkestone Central is approximately 14 miles (22 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 58 mins.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury Stations and Folkestone Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 39 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury Stations to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    00:46
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    05:37
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:33
    45 mins 1 change
    06:18
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:31
    48 mins 1 change
    07:19
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:39
    49 mins 1 change
    07:28
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:19
    43 mins 1 change
    08:02
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:33
    59 mins 1 change
    08:32
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:05
    46 mins 1 change
    08:51
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:11
    47 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:23
    39 mins 1 change
    09:02
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:40
    52 mins 1 change
    09:32
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:21
    41 mins 1 change
    10:02
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:40
    58 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:21
    41 mins 1 change
    11:02
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:40
    58 mins 1 change
    11:38
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:23
    39 mins 1 change
    12:02
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:40
    58 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:23
    39 mins 1 change
    13:02
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:40
    58 mins 1 change
    13:38
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:23
    39 mins 1 change
    14:02
    Canterbury West
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:40
    58 mins 1 change
    14:38
    Canterbury East
    Folkestone Central
    Canterbury East to Folkestone Central

About Canterbury Stations Station

Station name Canterbury Stations (26)
Address Ramsgate station, Station Approach Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 7RE
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 06:15 - 16:30
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 Available

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 Canterbury Stations and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Canterbury Stations and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury Stations and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury Stations 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 Canterbury Stations & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 50 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury Stations and Folkestone Central.

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