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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Branksome (BSM)

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19

train journeys
per day

136

miles (220 kms)

4hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Branksome (BSM)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Branksome , 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 Branksome is approximately 136 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 12 mins.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Branksome.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Branksome. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Branksome Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:08
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    13:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    15:29
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    17:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    18:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    21:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    17:10
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:17
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    18:10
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    19:10
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    00:15
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    20:10
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    01:22
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    20:58
    9 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    06:16
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    21:10
    10 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    07:17
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    8 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    23:58
    9 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    09:17
    Folkestone Central
    Branksome
    Folkestone Central to Branksome

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 Branksome Station

Station name Branksome (BSM)
Address Branksome station, Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 10:00
Saturday 08:00 - 11:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Branksome

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Branksome by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Branksome 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 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Branksome.

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