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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Elgin (ELG)

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4

train journeys
per day

487

miles (784 kms)

10hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

08:01 / 19:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Elgin (ELG)

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On a typical weekday there are 4 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Elgin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Elgin is approximately 487 miles (784 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs 3 mins.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Elgin.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Elgin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 10hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Elgin Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:01
    10 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Folkestone West
    Elgin
    Folkestone West to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:03
    11 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    21:22
    Folkestone West
    Elgin
    Folkestone West to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:01
    11 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    23:28
    Folkestone West
    Elgin
    Folkestone West to Elgin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:03
    14 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:43
    Folkestone West
    Elgin
    Folkestone West to Elgin

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 Elgin Station

Station name Elgin (ELG)
Address Elgin station, Station Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1QP
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 19:30
Saturday 06:25 - 19:30
Sunday 10:25 - 18:05
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Elgin

The travel time between Folkestone West and Elgin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 10hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Elgin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 4 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 08:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:56.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Elgin 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 & Elgin. owever, there are 4 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Elgin.

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