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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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20

train journeys
per day

237

miles (382 kms)

4hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Plymouth is approximately 237 miles (382 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 58 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:58
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    15:09
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    16:12
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:10
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:10
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:58
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:08
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:54
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:08
    6 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:06
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:58
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:04
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:58
    7 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:58
    10 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:58
    11 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Folkestone Central
    Plymouth
    Folkestone Central to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Plymouth

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Plymouth 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 & Plymouth. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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