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Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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17

train journeys
per day

224

miles (361 kms)

3hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn East and Folkestone Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn East to Folkestone Central is approximately 224 miles (361 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 7 mins.

Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Folkestone Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn East to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 51 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn East to Folkestone Central

Journeys from Runcorn East to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:06
    9 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    10:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:41
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:41
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:28
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    14:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:11
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:11
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:11
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    20:03
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:10
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    22:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:11
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:11
    10 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    08:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:31
    10 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    10:02
    Runcorn East
    Folkestone Central
    Runcorn East to Folkestone Central

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
Address Runcorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
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 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 Runcorn East and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Runcorn East and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn East and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn East 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 Runcorn East & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Folkestone Central.

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