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Trains from Irvine (IRV) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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11

train journeys
per day

395

miles (635 kms)

8hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 15:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Irvine (IRV) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Irvine and Folkestone Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Irvine to Folkestone Central is approximately 395 miles (635 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 13 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Irvine and Folkestone Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Irvine to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Irvine to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    8 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:53
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:40
    9 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:53
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    18:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:23
    9 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    19:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:53
    9 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    19:37
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:53
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    20:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    21:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:53
    9 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    22:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:53
    9 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:53
    9 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    00:03
    Irvine
    Folkestone Central
    Irvine to Folkestone Central

About Irvine Station

Station name Irvine (IRV)
Address Irvine station, New Street, Irvine, South Ayrshire, KA12 8NU
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 22:40
Saturday 06:10 - 22:40
Sunday 09:05 - 18:25
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Folkestone Central Station

Station name Folkestone Central (FKC)
Address Folkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Irvine and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Irvine and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Irvine and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 15:26.

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Amenities on trains between Irvine and Folkestone Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Irvine & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Irvine and Folkestone Central.

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