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Trip Overview

The average train between Accrington and Folkestone takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Accrington 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.

5h 33m
Duration
299 mi
Distance
£132
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Accrington to Folkestone train times

Trains run hourly between Accrington and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Accrington is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Accrington 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.

Map of how to get from Accrington to Folkestone.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 298.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Folkestone Central via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 23m.

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