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Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Blackpool South (BPS)

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14

train journeys
per day

258

miles (415 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone West (FKW) to Blackpool South (BPS)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone West and Blackpool South , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone West to Blackpool South is approximately 258 miles (415 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 14 mins.

Thameslink, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Blackpool South.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Blackpool South. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Folkestone West to Blackpool South

Journeys from Folkestone West to Blackpool South Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:44
    5 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    10:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:41
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    11:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:35
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    12:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:35
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    13:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:05
    5 hrs 20 mins 4 changes
    14:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:41
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    15:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:41
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    16:26
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:41
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    17:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:41
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    18:26
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:41
    4 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    19:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:57
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    20:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:53
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    21:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:38
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    22:25
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:01
    10 hrs 23 mins 6 changes
    09:24
    Folkestone West
    Blackpool South
    Folkestone West to Blackpool South

About Folkestone West Station

Station name Folkestone West (FKW)
Address Folkestone West station, Station Approach, off Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3PA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 13:05
Saturday 07:35 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Blackpool South Station

Station name Blackpool South (BPS)
Address Blackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Folkestone West and Blackpool South

The travel time between Folkestone West and Blackpool South by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone West and Blackpool South vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone West and Blackpool South can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Folkestone West & Blackpool South. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone West and Blackpool South.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Folkestone West and Blackpool South, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.