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Compare train and coach for Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 313 km
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Overview: Train from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull
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Trains from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:29. The fastest train covers the 313 km distance in 4h 42m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 313 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 20:29 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southeastern from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Folkestone and Kingston upon Hull from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Cheapest Price
£107
Southeastern frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kingston upon Hull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £70.
The train journey from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull covers a distance of 313 km and takes approximately 4h 42m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull is 313 km.
The first train from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull leaves at 5:18.
The last train from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull departs at 20:29.
Trains from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull.
To get from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull.
The train station in Folkestone that goes to Kingston upon Hull is Folkestone West (FKW), and it arrives at Hull (HUL).
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull is by train, costing approximately £45.
Booking trains from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the Kent countryside, urban landscapes around London, and the rolling hills of the East Riding of Yorkshire, providing a pleasant visual experience.
A day trip from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 42m each way. However, there are 5 train services per day. The distance covered is 313 km.
To explore Kingston upon Hull's main attractions, such as The Deep, Hull Maritime Museum, and the historic Old Town, a stay of two to three days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull.
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Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and Kingston upon Hull
Folkestone
Kingston upon Hull
The major train station for departures in Folkestone is Folkestone West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone West for your trip from Folkestone to Kingston upon Hull.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
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Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:05 Saturday 07:35 - 14:15 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to Platform 1 via main entrance off Shorncliffe Road. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance off Station Road. Step access between platforms via station subway. Step free Interchange between platforms via steep roads is in excess of 500 metres.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Folkestone West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Folkestone Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop outside of the station (exit station, walk down the slope and turn right. Bus stop is just beyond the bridge)
The major train station for arrivals in Kingston upon Hull is Hull. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hull for your journey to Kingston upon Hull from Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
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ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the pavilion on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located in the pavilion on the station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the pavilion on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 2 & 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hull
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the bus interchange (adjacent to the railway station).
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