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Trains from Hamilton West (HNW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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15

train journeys
per day

389

miles (626 kms)

6hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

07:22 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Hamilton West (HNW) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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

The distance by rail from Hamilton West to Folkestone Central is approximately 389 miles (626 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 33 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hamilton West and Folkestone Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hamilton West to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Hamilton West to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:22
    6 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:57
    7 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:58
    7 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:23
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:58
    6 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    18:48
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:22
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    20:03
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:22
    6 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:45
    7 hrs 17 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    22:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:52
    7 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    22:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:22
    6 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:45
    7 hrs 17 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    00:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:52
    7 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    00:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:58
    14 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    08:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:31
    9 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    Hamilton West
    Folkestone Central
    Hamilton West to Folkestone Central

About Hamilton West Station

Station name Hamilton West (HNW)
Address Hamilton West station, Clydesdale Street, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, ML3 0DA
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:20 - 20:04
Saturday 06:20 - 20:04
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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Hamilton West and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Hamilton West and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hamilton West and Folkestone Central 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 07:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Hamilton West and Folkestone Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Hamilton West & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Hamilton West and Folkestone Central.

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