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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Retford

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22

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Retford , 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 Retford is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 10 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Retford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:08
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:58
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    20:58
    9 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    06:24
    Folkestone Central
    Retford
    Folkestone Central to Retford

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 Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Retford

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Retford 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 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Retford.

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