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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ryde Esplanade (RYD)

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19

train journeys
per day

104

miles (168 kms)

4hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

04:42 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 6 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ryde Esplanade (RYD)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Ryde Esplanade , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade is approximately 104 miles (168 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 9 mins.

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Hovertravel, Island Line are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Ryde Esplanade.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 24 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:42
    5 hrs 10 mins 6 changes
    09:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:18
    4 hrs 34 mins 6 changes
    10:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:28
    4 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    11:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:58
    4 hrs 51 mins 5 changes
    12:49
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:02
    4 hrs 50 mins 6 changes
    13:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:00
    4 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    14:49
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:55
    4 hrs 57 mins 6 changes
    15:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:58
    4 hrs 51 mins 5 changes
    16:49
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:58
    4 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    17:22
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:58
    4 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    18:22
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:58
    4 hrs 54 mins 6 changes
    19:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:05
    4 hrs 47 mins 6 changes
    20:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:58
    5 hrs 21 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    23:19
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:05
    5 hrs 14 mins 6 changes
    23:19
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:55
    10 hrs 10 mins 5 changes
    06:05
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:57
    9 hrs 55 mins 6 changes
    06:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:38
    9 hrs 39 mins 6 changes
    08:17
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:58
    9 hrs 51 mins 5 changes
    08:49
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:58
    9 hrs 54 mins 6 changes
    09:52
    Folkestone Central
    Ryde Esplanade
    Folkestone Central to Ryde Esplanade

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 Ryde Esplanade Station

Station name Ryde Esplanade (RYD)
Address Ryde Esplanade station, The Esplanade, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 2HE
Managed by IL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:25 - 19:00
Tuesday 06:10 - 19:00
Wednesday 06:10 - 19:00
Thursday 06:10 - 19:00
Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:15 - 17:15
Sunday 07:30 - 18:00
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 Ryde Esplanade

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Ryde Esplanade by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Ryde Esplanade vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 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 Ryde Esplanade 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 & Ryde Esplanade. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Hovertravel, Island Line are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Ryde Esplanade.

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