The average train between Aberystwyth and Folkestone takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aberystwyth and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 8:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth to Folkestone? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Folkestone station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Aberystwyth to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Folkestone Central station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Folkestone train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Folkestone is 390.6 km. The road distance is 492 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Folkestone Central via Birmingham New Street, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 23m.