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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Bedford Stations

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27

train journeys
per day

100

miles (162 kms)

1hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Bedford Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Bedford Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Bedford Stations is approximately 100 miles (162 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 14 mins.

Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Bedford Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 52 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone West to Bedford Stations

Journeys from Folkestone West to Bedford Stations Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:44
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    06:38
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:01
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    08:00
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:31
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    08:29
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:01
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:31
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    09:30
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:01
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    09:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:01
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    10:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:03
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:58
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    12:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:01
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    13:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:01
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:01
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    15:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:01
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:57
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:57
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:08
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:26
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:53
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    18:59
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:08
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:01
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    19:55
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:08
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Folkestone West
    Bedford
    Folkestone West to Bedford

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
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

About Bedford Stations Station

Station name Bedford Stations (10)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Bedford Stations

The travel time between Folkestone West and Bedford Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Bedford Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:51.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Bedford 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 Folkestone West & Bedford Stations. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Bedford Stations.

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