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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Bidston (BID)

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20

train journeys
per day

240

miles (387 kms)

4hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Bidston is approximately 240 miles (387 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 54 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Bidston.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    09:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    4 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    12:10
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    15:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    17:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:55
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:01
    4 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:07
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:02
    10 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    06:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:01
    9 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    08:55
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:13
    10 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    09:40
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:59
    10 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    10:55
    Folkestone West
    Bidston
    Folkestone West to Bidston

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
Address Folkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Bidston

The travel time between Folkestone West and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

First class tickets on trains between Folkestone West and Bidston typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Bidston 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 West & Bidston. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Bidston.

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