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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Leicester (LEI)

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30

train journeys
per day

145

miles (233 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

04:42 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Leicester is approximately 145 miles (233 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 1 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Leicester.

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

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Leicester Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:42
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:58
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:28
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:38
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:58
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:05
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:28
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:32
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:58
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    10:36
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:58
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:02
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:00
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    12:35
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:55
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:36
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:58
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:36
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:58
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    15:36
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:58
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    16:36
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:58
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    17:39
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:54
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    18:40
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:05
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:48
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:50
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    19:40
    Folkestone Central
    Leicester
    Folkestone Central to Leicester

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 Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Leicester

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 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 Leicester 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 & Leicester. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Leicester.

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