Train Tickets to Folkestone Central
Stratford International to Folkestone Central
46m
Ashford International to Folkestone Central
14m
London Charing Cross to Folkestone Central
1h 32m
Train travel to Folkestone Central guide
Which train companies run trains to Folkestone Central?
Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway offer services to and from Folkestone Central, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.
What are Folkestone Central's opening hours?
For Folkestone Central, the first train typically departs at 0:10 and the final train departs at 23:59, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Folkestone Central
Folkestone Central has a designated car park, pick-up and drop-off point, offering passengers a seamless beginning or ending to their journey.
Connectivity of the Folkestone Central?
With frequent trains to Folkestone Central from hubs like London, London St Pancras International, London Bridge, Ashford International and Stratford International, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.
Folkestone Central Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Folkestone Central. Check it now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
| Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Central to Dover Priory | 01:17 | 2 | Southeastern | On time |
| Folkestone Central to London Charing Cross | 05:08 | - | Southeastern | Cancelled |
| Folkestone Central to Ashford International | 05:08 | - | Southeastern | On time |
| Folkestone Central to London Charing Cross | 05:38 | - | Southeastern | Cancelled |
| Folkestone Central to Ashford International | 05:38 | - | Southeastern | On time |
| Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford International to Folkestone Central | 01:02 | 5A | Southeastern | On time |
| Dover Priory to Folkestone Central | 04:58 | - | Southeastern | On time |
| Dover Priory to Folkestone Central | 05:28 | - | Southeastern | On time |
Station Details
Address: Folkestone Central station, Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
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