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Trains from Parbold (PBL) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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24

train journeys
per day

240

miles (386 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 23:46

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Parbold (PBL) to Folkestone Central (FKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Parbold and Folkestone Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Parbold to Folkestone Central is approximately 240 miles (386 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 33 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Parbold and Folkestone Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Parbold to Folkestone Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Parbold to Folkestone Central

Journeys from Parbold to Folkestone Central Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    11:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:51
    4 hrs 52 mins6 changes
    11:43
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    12:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    13:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:51
    4 hrs 52 mins6 changes
    13:43
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    14:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:51
    4 hrs 52 mins6 changes
    14:43
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    15:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:51
    4 hrs 57 mins6 changes
    15:48
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:22
    4 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    16:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    17:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:24
    4 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    18:04
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:51
    4 hrs 57 mins6 changes
    18:48
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:24
    4 hrs 39 mins4 changes
    19:03
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:51
    4 hrs 57 mins6 changes
    19:48
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:24
    4 hrs 39 mins4 changes
    20:03
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:51
    4 hrs 59 mins6 changes
    20:50
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    21:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:24
    4 hrs 38 mins4 changes
    22:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:51
    4 hrs 11 mins4 changes
    23:02
    Parbold
    Folkestone Central
    Parbold to Folkestone Central

About Parbold Station

Station name Parbold (PBL)
AddressParbold station, The Common, Parbold, Wigan, WN8 7NU
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 13:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Folkestone Central Station

Station name Folkestone Central (FKC)
AddressFolkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Parbold and Folkestone Central

The travel time between Parbold and Folkestone Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Parbold and Folkestone Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:46.

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

Amenities on trains between Parbold 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 Parbold & Folkestone Central. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Parbold and Folkestone Central.

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