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Trains from Lewes (LWS) to Folkestone Stations

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22

train journeys
per day

52

miles (84 kms)

2hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Lewes (LWS) to Folkestone Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Lewes and Folkestone Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lewes to Folkestone Stations is approximately 52 miles (84 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 5 mins.

Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Lewes and Folkestone Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lewes to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 1 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Lewes to Folkestone Stations

Journeys from Lewes to Folkestone Stations Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:12
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:11
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:14
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:25
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:59
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:26
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:41
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:27
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:41
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:27
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:41
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:27
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:41
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:27
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:27
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:27
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:27
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:27
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    18:28
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:29
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    19:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:27
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:27
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    21:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:27
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    22:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:27
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    23:46
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:26
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    01:20
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:45
    6 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    05:35
    Lewes
    Folkestone West
    Lewes to Folkestone West

About Lewes Station

Station name Lewes (LWS)
Address Lewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:45
Saturday 06:30 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
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

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lewes and Folkestone Stations

The travel time between Lewes and Folkestone Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lewes and Folkestone Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Lewes and Folkestone 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 Lewes & Folkestone Stations . owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Southern, Southeastern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Lewes and Folkestone Stations .

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