The average train between Blackpool and Canterbury takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Canterbury. 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 Canterbury. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Canterbury at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Canterbury? 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 Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Canterbury station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Blackpool to Canterbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Canterbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Canterbury West station.
Book your Blackpool to Canterbury train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Canterbury is 396.9 km. The road distance is 476 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Canterbury West via Preston, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 41m.