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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Folkestone Stations

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35

train journeys
per day

98

miles (158 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Folkestone Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Folkestone Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Folkestone Stations is approximately 98 miles (158 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 58 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Folkestone Stations .

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Folkestone Stations Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:48
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    08:49
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:14
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:44
    3 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    09:46
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:14
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:44
    2 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:41
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:16
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:48
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:41
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:16
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:48
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    12:41
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:46
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:41
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:53
    2 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:53
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:53
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:18
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:53
    2 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Ely
    Folkestone West
    Ely to Folkestone West

About Ely Station

Station name Ely (ELY)
Address Ely station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
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 Available
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 Ely and Folkestone Stations

The travel time between Ely and Folkestone Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Folkestone Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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Amenities on trains between Ely 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 Ely & Folkestone Stations . owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Folkestone Stations .

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