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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Hillside (HIL)

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8

train journeys
per day

249

miles (401 kms)

5hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

07:58 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Hillside (HIL)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Hillside , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Hillside is approximately 249 miles (401 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 16 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Hillside.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Hillside. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Hillside Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    5 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    13:31
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    5 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    15:31
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    5 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    17:31
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    5 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    21:01
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside
  • Mon 6th May
    20:58
    11 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    08:16
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    12 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    11:16
    Folkestone Central
    Hillside
    Folkestone Central to Hillside

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 Hillside Station

Station name Hillside (HIL)
Address Hillside station, Waterloo Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 4QR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:34 - 00:30
Tuesday 05:34 - 00:30
Wednesday 05:34 - 00:30
Thursday 05:34 - 00:30
Friday 05:34 - 00:30
Saturday 05:34 - 00:30
Sunday 07:49 - 00:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Hillside

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Hillside by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Hillside vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Hillside 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 & Hillside. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Hillside.

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