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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Plymouth (PLY)

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20

train journeys
per day

236

miles (381 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Plymouth , 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 Plymouth is approximately 236 miles (381 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 55 mins.

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Plymouth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:51
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:58
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:01
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:09
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:12
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:13
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:01
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:11
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:57
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    21:12
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:11
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:55
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:01
    5 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    23:36
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:07
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    00:39
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:01
    7 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:01
    10 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:59
    11 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Folkestone West
    Plymouth
    Folkestone West to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Plymouth

The travel time between Folkestone West and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Plymouth 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 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

GWR, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Plymouth.

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