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Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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31

train journeys
per day

231

miles (372 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Rainhill and Folkestone West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainhill to Folkestone West is approximately 231 miles (372 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 18 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Rainhill and Folkestone West.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainhill to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Rainhill to Folkestone West Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    00:15
    9 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:21
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    10:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    10:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:50
    4 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    11:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:23
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    12:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    12:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:05
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    13:41
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:21
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    13:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    13:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:56
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    14:41
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:21
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    14:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:21
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:21
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    16:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:30
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    16:59
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:21
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:01
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:30
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    18:01
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:21
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    19:00
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:30
    4 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    19:00
    Rainhill
    Folkestone West
    Rainhill to Folkestone West

About Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rainhill and Folkestone West

The travel time between Rainhill and Folkestone West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainhill and Folkestone West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Rainhill and Folkestone West typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rainhill & Folkestone West. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Rainhill and Folkestone West.

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