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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Whitstable (WHI)

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34

train journeys
per day

19

miles (32 kms)

1hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 23:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Whitstable (WHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Whitstable , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Whitstable is approximately 19 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 3 mins.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Whitstable.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Whitstable. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Whitstable Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:11
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    06:38
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    06:15
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    07:50
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    07:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    09:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    08:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    08:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    09:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    09:52
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    10:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    11:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    12:03
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    12:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    14:10
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    16:27
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Folkestone Central
    Whitstable
    Folkestone Central to Whitstable

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 Whitstable Station

Station name Whitstable (WHI)
Address Whitstable station, Old Bridge Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:00
Saturday 06:00 - 12:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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 Whitstable

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Whitstable by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Whitstable vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:12.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Whitstable 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 & Whitstable. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Whitstable.

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