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Trains from St Bees (SBS) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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16

train journeys
per day

308

miles (496 kms)

7hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

07:13 / 22:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from St Bees (SBS) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between St Bees and Folkestone Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Bees to Folkestone Central is approximately 308 miles (496 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 55 mins.

Caledonian Sleeper, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between St Bees and Folkestone Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Bees to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 13 mins.

Map of the rail routes from St Bees to Folkestone Central

Journeys from St Bees to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:13
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:05
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:00
    7 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:28
    7 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    17:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:42
    7 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:35
    7 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    18:48
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:27
    6 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:29
    7 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    20:03
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:28
    7 hrs 34 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    21:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:29
    7 hrs 33 mins 5 changes
    21:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:27
    7 hrs 35 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    22:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:30
    7 hrs 32 mins 6 changes
    22:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:00
    7 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:52
    7 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    18:28
    13 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    21:24
    11 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    09:02
    St Bees
    Folkestone Central
    St Bees to Folkestone Central

About St Bees Station

Station name St Bees (SBS)
Address St Bees station, Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria, CA27 0BZ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 St Bees and Folkestone Central

The travel time between St Bees and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Bees and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:41.

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

Amenities on trains between St Bees 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 St Bees & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Caledonian Sleeper, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between St Bees and Folkestone Central.

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