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Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Birmingham Stations

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34

train journeys
per day

160

miles (258 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Folkestone Central (FKC) to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Central and Birmingham Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Central to Birmingham Stations is approximately 160 miles (258 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 35 mins.

West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Birmingham Stations .

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Central to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:41
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    08:26
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:27
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:26
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:27
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:05
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:48
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:48
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:48
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:27
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Folkestone Central
    Birmingham New Street
    Folkestone Central to Birmingham New Street

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

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Central and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Folkestone Central and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Central and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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

Amenities on trains between Folkestone Central and Birmingham Stations 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 Central & Birmingham Stations . owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Central and Birmingham Stations .

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