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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Eastbourne (EBN)

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20

train journeys
per day

43

miles (70 kms)

1hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Eastbourne (EBN)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Eastbourne , 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 Eastbourne is approximately 43 miles (70 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 22 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Eastbourne.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Eastbourne. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Eastbourne Today

  • Mon 13th May
    04:44
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    07:27
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    05:51
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    07:42
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    06:58
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:43
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    08:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    09:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    09:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    10:03
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    10:58
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    12:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    13:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    13:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    14:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    14:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    15:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    15:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    16:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    15:57
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    17:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    16:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    18:46
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    18:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    19:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    18:37
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    20:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    20:02
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    21:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    21:01
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    22:45
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    22:01
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    00:02
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    23:01
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    05:34
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne
  • Mon 13th May
    23:59
    7 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    07:42
    Folkestone West
    Eastbourne
    Folkestone West to Eastbourne

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 Eastbourne Station

Station name Eastbourne (EBN)
Address Eastbourne station, Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3QJ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:15
Saturday 05:50 - 21:15
Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
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 West and Eastbourne

The travel time between Folkestone West and Eastbourne by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Eastbourne 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.

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

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Eastbourne.

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