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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Balcombe (BAB)

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35

train journeys
per day

56

miles (91 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Balcombe is approximately 56 miles (91 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 44 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Balcombe.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:08
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    08:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    2 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    16:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    16:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    17:16
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    17:46
    Folkestone Central
    Balcombe
    Folkestone Central to Balcombe

About Folkestone Central Station

Station name Folkestone Central (FKC)
Address Folkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Balcombe Station

Station name Balcombe (BAB)
Address Balcombe station, London Road, Balcombe, West Sussex, RH17 6JQ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:30
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 Folkestone Central and Balcombe

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Balcombe 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 & Balcombe. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Balcombe.

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