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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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46

train journeys
per day

84

miles (136 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between Royston and Folkestone Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Royston to Folkestone Central is approximately 84 miles (136 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 32 mins.

Thameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Folkestone Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Royston to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Royston to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:08
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:51
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:08
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:08
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:43
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:51
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:07
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:52
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:08
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:38
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    13:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:46
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:08
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:38
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    14:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:46
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:08
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:43
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:38
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    15:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:46
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:08
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:48
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:38
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    16:02
    Royston
    Folkestone Central
    Royston to Folkestone Central

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
Address Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
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 Available
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 Royston and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Royston and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:54.

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Amenities on trains between Royston 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 Royston & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Folkestone Central.

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