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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Reading

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30

train journeys
per day

96

miles (154 kms)

2hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

04:39 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Reading is approximately 96 miles (154 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

Southeastern, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Reading.

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

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone Central to Reading

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:39
    2 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    07:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    08:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:28
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    08:41
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:38
    2 hrs 15 mins4 changes
    08:53
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    09:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:05
    2 hrs 22 mins4 changes
    09:27
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:28
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    09:41
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:32
    2 hrs 23 mins4 changes
    09:55
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    10:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    11:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:02
    2 hrs 31 mins4 changes
    11:33
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:00
    2 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    12:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:55
    2 hrs 16 mins3 changes
    13:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    14:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    16:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    17:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:54
    2 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    18:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:05
    2 hrs 43 mins4 changes
    18:48
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:50
    2 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    19:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading

About Folkestone Central Station

Station name Folkestone Central (FKC)
AddressFolkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Central and Reading

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Reading 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 Central & Reading. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, GWR, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Reading.

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