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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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36

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Bishops Stortford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 37 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Bishops Stortford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:08
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    07:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:08
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    08:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:58
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    09:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:58
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:55
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:52
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:55
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:58
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:10
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:39
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:58
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:58
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    16:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:58
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    17:13
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    15:10
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    17:38
    Folkestone Central
    Bishops Stortford
    Folkestone Central to Bishops Stortford

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 Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Bishops Stortford

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Bishops Stortford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Bishops Stortford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Bishops Stortford 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 & Bishops Stortford. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Bishops Stortford.

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