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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for 10 May
Cheapest price
£192
Average price
£192
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
418 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Blackpool will cost around £192 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £192.
Fast trains
To travel from Folkestone to Blackpool you need to make at least 2 changes.
8:566h09Folkestone15:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes- 9:566h09Folkestone16:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 10:566h09Folkestone17:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 11:566h11Folkestone18:07Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 12:566h09Folkestone19:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 13:586h07Folkestone20:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 14:586h07Folkestone21:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 8:566h09Folkestone15:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 9:566h09Folkestone16:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
- 10:566h09Folkestone17:05Blackpool£1921One-way2 changes
Live departures
Folkestone to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Sunday 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 Folkestone | 6h09 | 15:05 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 9:56 Folkestone | 6h09 | 16:05 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 10:56 Folkestone | 6h09 | 17:05 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 11:56 Folkestone | 6h11 | 18:07 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 12:56 Folkestone | 6h09 | 19:05 Blackpool | 2 changes |
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Why should you book Folkestone to Blackpool trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Folkestone to Blackpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Folkestone to Blackpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 418 km distance in 5h 20m.
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
Distance 418 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 19:22 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Folkestone to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Folkestone and Blackpool from £87. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£87
Avanti West Coast frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest Price
£192
Southeastern frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Folkestone to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £87, while the average price tends to be around £87.
The train journey from Folkestone to Blackpool covers a distance of 418 km and takes approximately 5h 20m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Folkestone to Blackpool is 418 km.
The first train from Folkestone to Blackpool leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Folkestone to Blackpool departs at 19:22.
Trains from Folkestone to Blackpool run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Folkestone to Blackpool.
To travel from Folkestone to Blackpool, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Folkestone to Blackpool.
The train station in Folkestone that goes to Blackpool is Folkestone West (FKW), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Blackpool is by flight, costing approximately £47.
Booking trains from Folkestone to Blackpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The Folkestone to Blackpool train journey offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Passengers can enjoy views of the English countryside, passing through areas like the North Downs and the Pennines, before reaching the coastal and urban landscapes near Blackpool.
A day trip from Folkestone to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 20m. There are 9 trains per day covering a distance of 418 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 Folkestone to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and Blackpool
Folkestone
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Folkestone is Folkestone West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone West for your trip from Folkestone to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:05 Saturday 07:35 - 14:15 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to Platform 1 via main entrance off Shorncliffe Road. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance off Station Road. Step access between platforms via station subway. Step free Interchange between platforms via steep roads is in excess of 500 metres.
- 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: by entrance to platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- 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 platform 1, only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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 Folkestone West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 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 - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance.
- 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: In the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- 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: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- 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 Folkestone Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop outside of the station (exit station, walk down the slope and turn right. Bus stop is just beyond the bridge)
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 Folkestone.
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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