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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Giffnock (GFN)

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14

train journeys
per day

395

miles (637 kms)

6hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Giffnock (GFN)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Giffnock , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Giffnock is approximately 395 miles (637 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southeastern, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Giffnock.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Giffnock. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 52 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone West to Giffnock

Journeys from Folkestone West to Giffnock Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:11
    7 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    12:32
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:41
    7 hrs 22 mins4 changes
    14:03
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:41
    6 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    14:33
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:41
    6 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    15:33
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:41
    7 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    17:02
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:41
    6 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    17:33
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:41
    6 hrs 54 mins4 changes
    18:35
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:41
    7 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    20:02
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:41
    7 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    21:02
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:41
    7 hrs 23 mins4 changes
    22:04
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:41
    7 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    23:02
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:03
    14 hrs 24 mins5 changes
    06:27
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:41
    10 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    08:30
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:01
    12 hrs 33 mins6 changes
    11:34
    Folkestone West
    Giffnock
    Folkestone West to Giffnock

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 Giffnock Station

Station name Giffnock (GFN)
AddressGiffnock station, Fenwick Road, Giffnock, East Renfrewshire, G46 6JF
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:40 - 13:44
Saturday 06:40 - 13:44
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Giffnock

The travel time between Folkestone West and Giffnock by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Giffnock vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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

Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Giffnock 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 & Giffnock. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Southeastern, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Giffnock.

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