The average train between Folkestone and Blackpool takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone to Blackpool. 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 Folkestone and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 12:05 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Blackpool? 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 Folkestone to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Blackpool station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Folkestone to Blackpool train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Blackpool train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Folkestone to Blackpool train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Blackpool is 417.2 km. The road distance is 475 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Blackpool North via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Preston in around 4h 11m.