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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Skegness (SKG)

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15

train journeys
per day

146

miles (236 kms)

5hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Skegness (SKG)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Skegness , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Skegness is approximately 146 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 26 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Skegness.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Skegness. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Skegness Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    04:44
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:31
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    10:57
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:01
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:01
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:49
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:03
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:53
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:58
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:53
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:01
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:57
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:01
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:58
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:01
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:01
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:00
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:57
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:56
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:01
    9 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:01
    9 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    08:56
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:58
    10 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:57
    Folkestone Central
    Skegness
    Folkestone Central to Skegness
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:59
    11 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:53
    Folkestone West
    Skegness
    Folkestone West to Skegness

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address Grantham station, Station Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BT
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 15:30
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Skegness Station

Station name Skegness (SKG)
Address Skegness station, Lumley Square, Skegness, Lincolnshire, PE25 3QL
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:55 - 16:30
Saturday 07:55 - 16:30
Sunday Closed
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 Stations and Skegness

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Skegness by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Skegness vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations and Skegness 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 Stations & Skegness. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Skegness.

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