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Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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16

train journeys
per day

284

miles (457 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

00:28 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chester-Le-Street (CLS) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West is approximately 284 miles (457 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 7 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    00:28
    9 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    09:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:44
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:52
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:53
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    12:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:08
    5 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:52
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:52
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:53
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    16:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:53
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:28
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:52
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    20:00
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:52
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    20:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:52
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    21:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:52
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    22:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:53
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    23:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:07
    10 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    07:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:16
    10 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    09:59
    Chester-Le-Street
    Folkestone West
    Chester-Le-Street to Folkestone West

About Chester-Le-Street Station

Station name Chester-Le-Street (CLS)
Address Chester-le-Street station, Station Road, Chester-le-Street, County Durham, DH3 3EE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
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 Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West

The travel time between Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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Amenities on trains between Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester-Le-Street & Folkestone West. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Chester-Le-Street and Folkestone West, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.