The average train between Blackpool and Hove takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Hove. 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 Hove. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Hove at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Hove? 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 Hove. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Hove station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Blackpool to Hove train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Hove train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Blackpool to Hove train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Caledonian Sleeper and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Hove is 385.4 km. The road distance is 449 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Brighton via Preston, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 40m.