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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Essex Road (EXR)

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36

train journeys
per day

63

miles (101 kms)

1hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Essex Road (EXR)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Essex Road , 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 Essex Road is approximately 63 miles (101 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Essex Road.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Essex Road. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Essex Road Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:08
    1 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    06:57
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    1 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    07:57
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    08:47
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    1 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    08:57
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    1 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    09:58
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    10:58
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    11:58
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:58
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    12:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:58
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:58
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    14:10
    1 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:58
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    1 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:38
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road
  • Mon 6th May
    15:10
    1 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    16:59
    Folkestone Central
    Essex Road
    Folkestone Central to Essex Road

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 Essex Road Station

Station name Essex Road (EXR)
Address Essex Road station, 181 Essex Road, Islington, Greater London, N1 2SU
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Weekend 06:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Essex Road

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Essex Road by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Essex Road 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 00:20.

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

Great Northern, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Essex Road.

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