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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Manchester Stations

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17

train journeys
per day

219

miles (352 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations , 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 West to Manchester Stations is approximately 219 miles (352 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 9 mins.

Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations .

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone West to Manchester Stations

Journeys from Folkestone West to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:11
    4 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    09:19
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:41
    4 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    10:19
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:59
    3 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    10:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:59
    3 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    11:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:58
    3 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    12:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:58
    3 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    13:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:58
    3 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    14:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:01
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    15:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:01
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    16:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:01
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    17:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:59
    3 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    18:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:03
    3 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    19:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:58
    3 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    20:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:59
    3 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    21:44
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:01
    4 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    23:07
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:03
    3 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    23:48
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:01
    9 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    08:18
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Victoria
    Folkestone West to Manchester Victoria

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 Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
AddressManchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations 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 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations 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 & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations .

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