What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Folkestone?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Folkestone is to bus which costs £22 - £95 and takes 10h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Folkestone?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £70 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Manchester Central Coach Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Folkestone Central via Preston and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Folkestone?

The distance between Blackpool and Folkestone is 297 miles. The road distance is 308 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Folkestone without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Folkestone without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £70 - £290.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Folkestone?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Blackpool to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Folkestone bus from?

Blackpool to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Folkestone train from?

Blackpool to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Folkestone is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £70 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £95 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Blackpool to Folkestone bus arrive?

Blackpool to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Folkestone train arrive?

Blackpool to Folkestone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Folkestone is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Blackpool to Folkestone.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Folkestone?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Folkestone?

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Blackpool to Folkestone - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Blackpool to Folkestone by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 40m
£71–281
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals540 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road West007
10h 48m
£23–92
Drive 306.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Folkestone306.2 mi
5h 19m
£75–109
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 15m
£87–290
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk030
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
11h 7m
£38–107
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huyton
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
8h 15m
£100–253
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Huyton
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Station
4. Take the train from Stratford International to Folkestone Central
8h 30m
£89–207
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Central
6h 59m
£114–367

Blackpool to Folkestone by train and foot

125Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.4 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Bouverie Road West via Manchester Central Coach Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 10h 48m.

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