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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Reading

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29

train journeys
per day

95

miles (153 kms)

2hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Reading is approximately 95 miles (153 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 20 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 8 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone West to Reading

Journeys from Folkestone West to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    04:41
    2 hrs 30 mins4 changes
    07:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    08:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:31
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    08:41
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:41
    2 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    08:53
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    09:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:07
    2 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    09:27
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:31
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    09:41
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:35
    2 hrs 20 mins4 changes
    09:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    10:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    11:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:05
    2 hrs 28 mins4 changes
    11:33
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:03
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    12:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:58
    2 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    13:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    14:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    16:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:01
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    17:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:57
    2 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    18:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:08
    2 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    18:48
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:53
    2 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    19:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading

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 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 West and Reading

The travel time between Folkestone West and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West 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 West & Reading. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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