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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Hartlepool (HPL)

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13

train journeys
per day

268

miles (431 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:55 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Hartlepool (HPL)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Hartlepool , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Hartlepool is approximately 268 miles (431 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 54 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Lumo, Southeastern, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Hartlepool.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Hartlepool. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Hartlepool Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:35
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:05
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:24
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:54
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    21:32
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    22:23
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:59
    10 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    06:53
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:58
    10 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    08:27
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    11 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:28
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:58
    11 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:35
    Folkestone Central
    Hartlepool
    Folkestone Central to Hartlepool

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 Hartlepool Station

Station name Hartlepool (HPL)
Address Hartlepool station, Station Approach, Hartlepool, County Durham, TS24 7ED
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 13:30
Saturday 07:00 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Hartlepool

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Hartlepool by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Hartlepool vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Hartlepool 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 & Hartlepool. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Lumo, Southeastern, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Hartlepool.

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