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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Bidston (BID)

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19

train journeys
per day

241

miles (388 kms)

4hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Bidston is approximately 241 miles (388 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Bidston.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:41
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    09:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    12:10
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:06
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    21:50
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:04
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:59
    10 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    06:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    9 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    08:55
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:58
    9 hrs 42 mins 4 changes
    09:40
    Folkestone Central
    Bidston
    Folkestone Central to Bidston

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 Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Bidston

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Bidston 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 & Bidston. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Bidston.

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