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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Manchester Stations

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18

train journeys
per day

219

miles (352 kms)

4hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Manchester Stations is approximately 219 miles (352 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 44 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations .

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:11
    5 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:55
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:58
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    18:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    19:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:01
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    22:05
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:01
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    22:45
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:01
    5 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    00:37
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:01
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    00:39
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:01
    7 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    04:40
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:58
    9 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    07:36
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:01
    9 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    Folkestone West
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Folkestone West to Manchester Piccadilly

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 Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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

Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations 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 & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Manchester Stations .

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