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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Hove (HOV)

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28

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

2hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

04:42 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Hove (HOV)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Hove , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Hove is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Hove.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Hove. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Hove Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:42
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    08:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:28
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:28
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:02
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:23
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:00
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:55
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:58
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:35
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    18:37
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:54
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    18:55
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:05
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:25
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:50
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    19:55
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:05
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:23
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    20:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hove
    Folkestone Central to Hove

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

About Hove Station

Station name Hove (HOV)
Address Hove station, Goldstone Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3RU
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 21:00
Saturday 05:50 - 21:00
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Hove

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Hove by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Hove vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Hove can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Folkestone Central & Hove. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Hove.

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