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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Scunthorpe and Folkestone. The average train journey from Scunthorpe to Folkestone takes 5 hours and 36 minutes, but some TransPennine Express + Connections train trips are as short as 4 hours and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 190 mi (305 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 41m |
| Lowest price | €66.93 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Scunthorpe to Folkestone?
TransPennine Express + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Scunthorpe to Folkestone. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 16 | 5h 36m | €113.59 |
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Scunthorpe to Folkestone start from €67, and on average cost . Daily there are 16 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Folkestone. TransPennine Express + Connections in Scunthorpe leaves from Scunthorpe Train Station . And in Folkestone trains arrive at Folkestone West and one other train station.
From Scunthorpe to Folkestone train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 5 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Folkestone faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 41 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Scunthorpe and Folkestone is approximately 190 miles, or 305 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 36 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 41 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Scunthorpe to Folkestone. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Scunthorpe at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Scunthorpe?
Main departure station: Scunthorpe Train Station
There is one train station in Scunthorpe.
All train stations in Scunthorpe:
Scunthorpe Train Station
Where is the train station in Folkestone?
Main arrival station: Folkestone West Train Station
Folkestone receives travelers from Scunthorpe at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Folkestone:
Folkestone West Train Station
Folkestone Central
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