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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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22

train journeys
per day

220

miles (354 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Manchester Victoria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria is approximately 220 miles (354 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Manchester Victoria.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:41
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    09:51
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    11:51
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    14:37
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:09
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    18:09
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    21:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    22:16
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:04
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    23:21
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:04
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    23:39
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:59
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    00:20
    Folkestone Central
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone Central to Manchester Victoria

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 Manchester Victoria Station

Station name Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Address Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:00
Thursday 06:30 - 22:00
Friday 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday 06:30 - 22:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Manchester Victoria

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Manchester Victoria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Manchester Victoria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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

Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Manchester Victoria 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 & Manchester Victoria. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Manchester Victoria.

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