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Blackpool to Folkestone trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Folkestone takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool 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.

4h 46m
Duration
295 mi
Distance
£123
Average price
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Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain train St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 45m
£81–212

Blackpool to Folkestone train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 8:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 295.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Folkestone Central via Preston, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 45m.

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