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The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for 18 Feb
Cheapest price
£133
Average price
£154
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
397 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Blackpool will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.
Fast trains
To travel from Canterbury to Blackpool you need to make at least one change.
19:2312h03
Canterbury07:26Blackpool
£1331One-way
3 changes
06:496h01
Canterbury12:50Blackpool
£1521One-way
3 changes
07:496h01
Canterbury13:50Blackpool
£1521One-way
3 changes
21:2310h30
Canterbury07:53Blackpool
£1521One-way
3 changes
05:205h48
Canterbury11:08Blackpool
£1811One-way
2 changes
15:234h37
Canterbury20:00Blackpool
£2331One-way
1 change
06:145h00
Canterbury11:14Blackpool
£2331One-way
1 change
08:235h41
Canterbury14:04Blackpool
£1811One-way
2 changes
11:235h41
Canterbury17:04Blackpool
£1811One-way
2 changes
13:235h41
Canterbury19:04Blackpool
£1811One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Canterbury to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £132.
Distance: 397 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Blackpool
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Trains from Canterbury to Blackpool run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 4h 37m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £132 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 19:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Blackpool trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Blackpool from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 37m
Cheapest Price
£132
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Canterbury to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Blackpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Canterbury to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £132, while the average price tends to be around £181.
The train journey from Canterbury to Blackpool covers a distance of 397 km and takes approximately 4h 37m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Canterbury to Blackpool is 397 km.
The first train from Canterbury to Blackpool leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Canterbury to Blackpool departs at 19:25.
Trains from Canterbury to Blackpool run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Canterbury to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Canterbury to Blackpool.
To get from Canterbury to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Canterbury to Blackpool.
The train station in Canterbury that goes to Blackpool is Canterbury West (CBW), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Blackpool is by coach, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Canterbury to Blackpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Canterbury to Blackpool offers a mix of urban and countryside views. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of the rolling hills and charming villages of Kent and the picturesque landscapes as they travel through the Midlands, although it may not be considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
A day trip from Canterbury to Blackpool is not feasible, as the travel time is 4h 37m. There are 10 trains per day. The distance is 397 km.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Canterbury to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Blackpool
Canterbury
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Canterbury is Canterbury West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Canterbury West for your trip from Canterbury to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Canterbury East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your journey to Blackpool from Canterbury.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Layton
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
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