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Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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24

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

1hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 23:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rochester (RTR) to Folkestone West (FKW)

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

The distance by rail from Rochester to Folkestone West is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 39 mins.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Folkestone West.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rochester to Folkestone West. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Rochester to Folkestone West Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:35
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    06:32
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    08:35
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    06:41
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    08:57
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    07:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    07:53
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:54
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    08:53
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:57
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    09:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    10:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    12:00
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    12:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    12:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    13:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    14:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    14:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    15:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    15:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    16:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    16:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    17:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    17:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    18:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    18:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    19:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    19:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    20:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    19:53
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    21:57
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West
  • Mon 6th May
    20:32
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    21:58
    Rochester
    Folkestone West
    Rochester to Folkestone West

About Rochester Station

Station name Rochester (RTR)
Address Rochester station, 86 Corporation Street, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1NH
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:45 - 13:25
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 Available

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Rochester and Folkestone West

The travel time between Rochester and Folkestone West by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rochester and Folkestone West 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 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:02.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rochester & Folkestone West. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Rochester and Folkestone West.

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