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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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16

train journeys
per day

187

miles (301 kms)

4hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Risca & Pontymister , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Risca & Pontymister is approximately 187 miles (301 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 53 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Risca & Pontymister.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Risca & Pontymister Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:11
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    10:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    08:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    15:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    18:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    16:13
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    20:36
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    17:13
    4 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    21:27
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    18:01
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    22:38
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    23:35
    Folkestone Central
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone Central to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    21:01
    9 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    23:01
    9 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:00
    Folkestone West
    Risca & Pontymister
    Folkestone West to Risca & Pontymister

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address Newport (South Wales) station, Queensway, Newport, Gwent, NP20 4AX
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 06:30 - 20:30
Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
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 Unavailable

About Risca & Pontymister Station

Station name Risca & Pontymister (RCA)
Address Risca & Pontymister station, Station Approach, off Park Road, Risca, Caerphilly County, NP11 6BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone Stations and Risca & Pontymister

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Risca & Pontymister by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Risca & Pontymister vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations and Risca & Pontymister 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 & Risca & Pontymister. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Risca & Pontymister.

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