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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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23

train journeys
per day

167

miles (270 kms)

3hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

04:42 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Ilkeston , 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 Ilkeston is approximately 167 miles (270 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 38 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Ilkeston.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:42
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    08:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:28
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:15
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:38
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    12:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:00
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:55
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:58
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    18:59
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:05
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:05
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:58
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    22:20
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:05
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    22:20
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:00
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:39
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:05
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    22:39
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:55
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:57
    8 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    05:55
    Folkestone Central
    Ilkeston
    Folkestone Central to Ilkeston

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 Ilkeston Station

Station name Ilkeston (ILN)
Address Ilkeston station, Station Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5TE
Managed by EM

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Ilkeston

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Ilkeston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Ilkeston 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 04:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Ilkeston.

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