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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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12

train journeys
per day

225

miles (362 kms)

4hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 19:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Folkestone West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Folkestone West is approximately 225 miles (362 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 54 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Folkestone West.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Folkestone West Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    08:54
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    11:55
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    16:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    12:55
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    14:55
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    16:32
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    16:55
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    21:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    17:56
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    22:58
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    18:54
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Chester
    Folkestone West
    Chester to Folkestone West

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Chester and Folkestone West

The travel time between Chester and Folkestone West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Folkestone West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:16.

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Amenities on trains between Chester and Folkestone West can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Chester & Folkestone West. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Folkestone West.

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