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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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26

train journeys
per day

225

miles (363 kms)

3hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Folkestone Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Folkestone Central is approximately 225 miles (363 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 40 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Folkestone Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:49
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:47
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:32
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:32
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:43
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:53
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:20
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:32
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:43
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:32
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:48
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:54
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:54
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:32
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:54
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:32
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    19:48
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:55
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    20:03
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:32
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:55
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Chester
    Folkestone Central
    Chester to Folkestone Central

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Chester and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Chester and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Folkestone Central.

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