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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Reading

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38

train journeys
per day

96

miles (154 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Reading is approximately 96 miles (154 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 29 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Reading Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:41
    2 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    07:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    08:53
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    2 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:03
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    2 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    09:53
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    2 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Folkestone Central
    Reading
    Folkestone Central to Reading

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 Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Reading

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 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 Reading 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 & Reading. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Reading.

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