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Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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15

train journeys
per day

130

miles (209 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Christchurch (CHR) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Christchurch and Folkestone West , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Christchurch to Folkestone West is approximately 130 miles (209 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 37 mins.

South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Folkestone West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Christchurch to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Christchurch to Folkestone West Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:51
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    10:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    11:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    12:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    19:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    16:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    20:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    17:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    18:30
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    22:58
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    19:30
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    20:30
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    01:24
    Christchurch
    Folkestone West
    Christchurch to Folkestone West

About Christchurch Station

Station name Christchurch (CHR)
Address Christchurch station, Stour Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1PL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:55
Saturday 07:00 - 14:00
Sunday 08:45 - 12:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Christchurch and Folkestone West

The travel time between Christchurch and Folkestone West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Christchurch and Folkestone West vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

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Amenities on trains between Christchurch 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 Christchurch & Folkestone West. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Christchurch and Folkestone West.

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