The average train between Wigan and Folkestone takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Wigan 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 hourly between Wigan and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wigan is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 8:01 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Wigan 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 Wigan to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Folkestone station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Wigan to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Folkestone Central station.
Book your Wigan to Folkestone train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Southeastern.
The distance between Wigan and Folkestone is 376.4 km. The road distance is 423 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Folkestone Central via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 50m.