The average train between Rhyl and Folkestone takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Rhyl 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 3 hours between Rhyl and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rhyl is at 6:42 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 11:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rhyl 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 Rhyl to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Rhyl station and arriving at Folkestone station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Rhyl to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhyl station.
Rhyl to Folkestone train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Folkestone Central station.
Book your Rhyl to Folkestone train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Southeastern.
The distance between Rhyl and Folkestone is 403.3 km. The road distance is 448 km.
You can take a train from Rhyl to Folkestone Central via Chester, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 25m.