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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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30

train journeys
per day

190

miles (305 kms)

3hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central is approximately 190 miles (305 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 12 mins.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Cardiff Central.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:08
    4 hrs 3 changes
    09:08
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:08
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:10
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:58
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:10
    4 hrs 3 changes
    11:10
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:10
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:11
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:55
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:10
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:58
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:10
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:58
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:58
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:10
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    19:11
    Folkestone Central
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone Central to Cardiff Central

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 Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 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 Cardiff Central 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 & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Cardiff Central.

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