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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Colchester (COL)

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36

train journeys
per day

57

miles (93 kms)

1hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Colchester , 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 Colchester is approximately 57 miles (93 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Colchester.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:41
    2 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    07:03
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:08
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:42
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:22
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:19
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:19
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:19
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:04
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    2 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:04
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    2 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Folkestone Central
    Colchester
    Folkestone Central to Colchester

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 Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 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 Colchester

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Colchester 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 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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

Abellio Greater Anglia, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Colchester.

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