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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Welshpool (WLP)

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8

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

4hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

07:01 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Welshpool (WLP)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Welshpool , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Welshpool is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 37 mins.

East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Welshpool.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Welshpool. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone West to Welshpool Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    11:48
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    13:49
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    15:50
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    17:51
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    19:51
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    16:01
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    22:12
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    20:01
    11 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    07:48
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    23:01
    10 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    09:51
    Folkestone West
    Welshpool
    Folkestone West to Welshpool

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 Welshpool Station

Station name Welshpool (WLP)
Address Welshpool station, adjacent to Welshpool Relief Road, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7AZ
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 West and Welshpool

The travel time between Folkestone West and Welshpool by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Welshpool vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Welshpool 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 & Welshpool. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Welshpool.

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