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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Darlington (DAR)

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29

train journeys
per day

263

miles (423 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Darlington is approximately 263 miles (423 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 38 mins.

Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Darlington.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone West to Darlington

Journeys from Folkestone West to Darlington Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:11
    4 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    09:22
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:41
    4 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    10:22
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:41
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    11:07
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:59
    4 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    11:22
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:41
    4 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    12:03
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:59
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    12:23
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:41
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    13:07
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:58
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    13:23
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:41
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    14:07
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:58
    4 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    14:22
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:41
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    15:07
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:58
    4 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    15:21
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:41
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    16:06
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:01
    4 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    16:21
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:41
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    17:06
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:01
    4 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    17:24
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:41
    4 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    18:08
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:01
    4 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    18:22
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:41
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    19:06
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:59
    4 hrs 25 mins3 changes
    19:24
    Folkestone West
    Darlington
    Folkestone West to Darlington

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
AddressFolkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:25 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
AddressDarlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Darlington

The travel time between Folkestone West and Darlington 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 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Darlington 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 West & Darlington. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Darlington.

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