The average train between Blackpool and Ashford takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Ashford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Ashford. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Ashford at 7:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 43m • 2 changes

3h 53m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

3h 52m • 2 changes

3h 43m • 2 changes

3h 53m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

3h 52m • 2 changes

3h 43m • 2 changes

3h 53m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

3h 52m • 2 changes

3h 43m • 2 changes

3h 53m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

3h 52m • 2 changes

3h 45m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

3h 57m • 2 changes

3h 55m • 2 changes

4h 27m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

4h • 2 changes

4h • 2 changes

3h 43m • 2 changes

3h 53m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

3h 52m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to Ashford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Ashford International station via London Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Blackpool to Ashford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Ashford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Blackpool to Ashford train tickets online with Omio.
The distance between Blackpool and Ashford is 398.3 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Ashford International via Preston, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 6m.