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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Darwen (DWN)

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24

train journeys
per day

237

miles (381 kms)

5hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Darwen (DWN)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Darwen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Darwen is approximately 237 miles (381 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 8 mins.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Darwen.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Darwen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 17 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone Central to Darwen

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Darwen Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:08
    5 hrs 47 mins5 changes
    10:55
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:38
    5 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    11:55
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:56
    5 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    12:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:38
    5 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    12:55
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:56
    5 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    13:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:38
    5 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    13:55
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:56
    5 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    14:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:38
    5 hrs 18 mins5 changes
    14:56
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:56
    5 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    15:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:38
    5 hrs 18 mins5 changes
    15:56
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:56
    5 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    16:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:58
    5 hrs 28 mins5 changes
    17:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:58
    5 hrs 29 mins5 changes
    18:27
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:58
    5 hrs 28 mins5 changes
    19:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:38
    5 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    19:55
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:56
    5 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    20:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:38
    5 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    20:55
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:00
    5 hrs 26 mins5 changes
    21:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:56
    5 hrs 30 mins5 changes
    22:26
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:38
    5 hrs 17 mins5 changes
    22:55
    Folkestone Central
    Darwen
    Folkestone Central to Darwen

About Folkestone Central Station

Station name Folkestone Central (FKC)
AddressFolkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Darwen Station

Station name Darwen (DWN)
AddressDarwen station, Atlas Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 0DE
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Darwen

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Darwen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Darwen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Folkestone Central & Darwen. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Darwen.

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