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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Reading

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35

train journeys
per day

96

miles (154 kms)

2hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Reading is approximately 96 miles (154 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 38 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Reading Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    3 hrs 2 changes
    07:44
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    17:55
    Folkestone West
    Reading
    Folkestone West to Reading

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 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 Stations and Reading

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:51.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations 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 Stations & Reading. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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