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Burnley to Folkestone trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Burnley and Folkestone takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 24m
Duration
293 mi
Distance
£135
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Burnley to Folkestone train times

Trains run hourly between Burnley and Folkestone. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Folkestone at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 40m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 39m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Folkestone? 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.

Map of how to get from Burnley to Folkestone.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 292.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Burnley, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Folkestone Central via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 12m.

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