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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Durham (DHM)

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23

train journeys
per day

280

miles (450 kms)

4hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Durham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Durham is approximately 280 miles (450 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 7 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Durham.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Durham Today

  • Mon 13th May
    05:48
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    06:26
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:54
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    06:55
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    07:26
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    07:58
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    08:58
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    09:05
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    10:00
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:54
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    10:55
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    11:58
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    12:58
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:15
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    13:58
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    14:58
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    15:54
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    16:08
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    21:09
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    16:52
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    21:23
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    17:58
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    22:24
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    18:04
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    22:38
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    19:04
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    00:13
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham
  • Mon 13th May
    19:10
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    00:13
    Folkestone Central
    Durham
    Folkestone Central to Durham

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

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Durham

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Durham 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 4hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Durham 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 & Durham. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Durham.

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