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station information and services
Folkestone Central
Amenities at train station
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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 transit 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)
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FAQ: Travel from Folkestone Central (FKC)
Everything you need to know about Folkestone Central (FKC): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

Passengers with reduced mobility can access assistance services at Folkestone Central, as staff help is available.
Folkestone Central station is conveniently located near attractions such as the Folkestone Harbour Arm, Lower Leas Coastal Park, and the Folkestone Creative Quarter.
Car rental services are not available at Folkestone Central.
The city center is approximately 0.954 km from Folkestone Central station.
To reach the city center from Folkestone Central, you can use the rail replacement bus service at the bus stop outside the station. Exit the station, walk down the slope, and turn right; the bus stop is just beyond the bridge. There are currently no specific taxi details provided.
For Folkestone Central, it is generally advisable to arrive at least 15-30 minutes before your train's departure to allow time for navigating the station and any potential queues.
Folkestone Central is located at Station Approach, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5HB.
Yes, there is parking available at Folkestone Central, specifically at the Station Car Park.
The cost of train travel from Folkestone Central to the closest airport, London Gatwick, varies based on factors like the time of booking and travel class.
Folkestone Central is served by Southeastern trains.
At Folkestone Central, public transport connections include rail replacement services available at the bus stop just beyond the bridge outside the station.
Safety at Folkestone Central in the early morning or late evening can vary, so it's advisable for travelers to stay aware of their surroundings and follow any local guidance for a secure journey.
Security and ticket checks are typically conducted at Folkestone Central to ensure passenger safety and validate travel credentials.
Yes, toilets are available at Folkestone Central on Platform 1 during staffing hours.
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