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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Blackpool is to bus which costs £24 - £95 and takes 10h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £75 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via London Victoria and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Blackpool North via London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Blackpool?

The distance between Folkestone and Blackpool is 297 miles. The road distance is 311.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £75 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Folkestone to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Blackpool bus from?

Folkestone to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Blackpool train from?

Folkestone to Blackpool train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Blackpool is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £75 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £95 and takes 10h 56m.

Where does the Folkestone to Blackpool bus arrive?

Folkestone to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Folkestone to Blackpool train arrive?

Folkestone to Blackpool train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Blackpool is 311 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Folkestone to Blackpool.

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

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

There are 8 ways to get from Folkestone to Blackpool 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 Folkestone Central to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
4h 12m
£76–278
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facility121 / ...
10h 56m
£25–91
Drive 309.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Blackpool309.5 mi
5h 14m
£76–109
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 7m
£92–288
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North
7h 29m
£70–239
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
7h 57m
£260–675
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North
8h 40m
£102–289
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North
6h 42m
£118–310

Folkestone to Blackpool by train and foot

136Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Blackpool.

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Distance: 295.4 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Blackpool North via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Preston in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to National Express Coach Facility via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 10h 56m.

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