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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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17

train journeys
per day

201

miles (324 kms)

4hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury is approximately 201 miles (324 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 34 mins.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Shrewsbury.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:08
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    11:43
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:41
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:43
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:43
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:43
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    20:48
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    23:05
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    18:10
    5 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    00:05
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    5 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    00:55
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    20:58
    9 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    06:49
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    9 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    08:24
    Folkestone Central
    Shrewsbury
    Folkestone Central to Shrewsbury

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 Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
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 Shrewsbury

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 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 Shrewsbury 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 & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Shrewsbury.

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