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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Swaythling (SWG)

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11

train journeys
per day

111

miles (178 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Swaythling (SWG)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Swaythling , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Swaythling is approximately 111 miles (178 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 28 mins.

South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Swaythling.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Swaythling. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Swaythling Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:08
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    12:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    08:55
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    18:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    21:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    22:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    21:10
    7 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    05:00
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    8 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    07:43
    Folkestone Central
    Swaythling
    Folkestone Central to Swaythling

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 Swaythling Station

Station name Swaythling (SWG)
Address Swaythling station, Wessex Lane, Swaythling, Hampshire, SO18 2LB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 11:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Central and Swaythling

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Swaythling by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Swaythling vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Swaythling 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 & Swaythling. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Swaythling.

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