Birmingham to Folkestone by train
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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Folkestone
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Travelling from Birmingham to Folkestone by train
Want to know how to get from Birmingham to Folkestone by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Birmingham to Folkestone take around 2 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 262 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham is scheduled to depart at around 05:15. The last departure is usually at around 23:11 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham at around 05:50, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 22 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$100.01.
We think any time is a great time to visit Folkestone, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Folkestone.
Is there a direct train from Birmingham to Folkestone?
The journey between Birmingham and Folkestone usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Birmingham to Folkestone every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Birmingham to Folkestone?
The Birmingham to Folkestone train travel takes about 2 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Birmingham to Folkestone train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Folkestone leaving Birmingham at around 05:15 and the last train leaving at around 23:11 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham at around 05:50, with the final departure at 23:00.
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