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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to West Kirby (WKI)

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19

train journeys
per day

242

miles (390 kms)

5hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 8 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to West Kirby (WKI)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and West Kirby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to West Kirby is approximately 242 miles (390 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 18 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Thameslink, Southeastern, Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and West Kirby.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to West Kirby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 11 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone West to West Kirby

Journeys from Folkestone West to West Kirby Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:11
    5 hrs 48 mins4 changes
    10:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    11:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    12:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    13:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    14:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    15:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:58
    5 hrs 16 mins4 changes
    16:14
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    16:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    17:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:41
    5 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    18:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:01
    5 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    19:29
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:41
    5 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    20:13
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:41
    5 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    21:09
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:58
    5 hrs 11 mins4 changes
    22:09
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:41
    5 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    23:09
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:41
    5 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    00:09
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:03
    10 hrs 56 mins4 changes
    06:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    21:58
    11 hrs 45 mins8 changes
    09:43
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:01
    10 hrs 58 mins6 changes
    09:59
    Folkestone West
    West Kirby
    Folkestone West to West Kirby

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 West Kirby Station

Station name West Kirby (WKI)
AddressWest Kirby station, Grange Road, West Kirby, Merseyside, CH48 4DZ
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and West Kirby

The travel time between Folkestone West and West Kirby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and West Kirby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 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 West Kirby 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 & West Kirby. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Thameslink, Southeastern, Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and West Kirby.

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