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Trains from Basildon (BSO) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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28

train journeys
per day

45

miles (72 kms)

1hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

06:12 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Basildon (BSO) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Basildon and Folkestone West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Basildon to Folkestone West is approximately 45 miles (72 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 12 mins.

c2c, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Basildon and Folkestone West.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Basildon to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Basildon to Folkestone West Today

  • Mon 20th May
    06:12
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    07:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    06:46
    1 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:43
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    07:15
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    08:16
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    09:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    10:08
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    10:55
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    11:55
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    12:55
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    13:25
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    15:39
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    13:55
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    14:25
    2 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    14:55
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    15:25
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    16:05
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    16:47
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    18:28
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    17:19
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    19:00
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    17:49
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:37
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    18:12
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:00
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West
  • Mon 20th May
    18:58
    2 hrs 2 changes
    20:58
    Basildon
    Folkestone West
    Basildon to Folkestone West

About Basildon Station

Station name Basildon (BSO)
Address Basildon station, Station Way, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5XY
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 21:00
Saturday 05:15 - 21:45
Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
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 Available

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 Basildon and Folkestone West

The travel time between Basildon and Folkestone West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Basildon and Folkestone West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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Amenities on trains between Basildon 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 Basildon & Folkestone West. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

c2c, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Basildon and Folkestone West.

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