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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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42

train journeys
per day

63

miles (101 kms)

1hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 23:38

first / last train

17

direct trains

1

operators run

7

routes

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and Folkestone Central , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central is approximately 63 miles (101 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 49 mins.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Folkestone Central.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:24
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:04
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    08:51
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:26
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:53
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:48
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:55
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:48
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:01
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    09:48
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:02
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:29
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:04
    1 hrs 39 mins Direct
    10:43
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:29
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:04
    1 hrs 39 mins Direct
    11:43
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:29
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:04
    1 hrs 39 mins Direct
    12:43
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:26
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    13:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:04
    1 hrs 39 mins Direct
    13:43
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:29
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:04
    1 hrs 39 mins Direct
    14:43
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:29
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    15:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:04
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    15:48
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:29
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    16:02
    London Charing Cross
    Folkestone Central
    London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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 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 London Charing Cross and Folkestone Central

The travel time between London Charing Cross and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

First class tickets on trains between London Charing Cross and Folkestone Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Folkestone Central.

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