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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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34

train journeys
per day

67

miles (108 kms)

2hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Stansted Airport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Stansted Airport is approximately 67 miles (108 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Stansted Airport.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Stansted Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Stansted Airport Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    07:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    07:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    09:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    08:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    11:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    11:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    12:13
    2 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    14:45
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    13:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    14:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport
  • Mon 6th May
    15:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Folkestone West
    Stansted Airport
    Folkestone West to Stansted Airport

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
Address Folkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Stansted Airport

The travel time between Folkestone West and Stansted Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Stansted Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Stansted Airport 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 & Stansted Airport. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Stansted Airport.

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