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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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30

train journeys
per day

190

miles (305 kms)

3hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Cardiff Central (CDF)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Cardiff Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Cardiff Central is approximately 190 miles (305 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 8 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Cardiff Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Cardiff Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    08:39
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:17
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:07
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    17:37
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    4 hrs 3 changes
    18:13
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    4 hrs 3 changes
    19:11
    Folkestone West
    Cardiff Central
    Folkestone West to Cardiff Central

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Stations and Cardiff Central

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Cardiff Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Cardiff Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations and Cardiff Central 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 Stations & Cardiff Central. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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