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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Blackpool
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Blackpool will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 1 trains that leave Canterbury for Blackpool on Sat, May 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 5 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:23 PM5h03Canterbury6:26 PMBlackpool$1171One-way0 transfers
- 1:23 PM5h03Canterbury6:26 PMBlackpool$1171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Canterbury to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $156.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$140 Average price | $292 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 22m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to Blackpool:
A bus is $72 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Blackpool costing on average $140 (€113).
A bus is $225 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Canterbury to Blackpool costing on average $292 (€236).
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 3m.
Bus takes on average 12h 52m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (5h 3m by train vs 5h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $140 (€113) compared to roughly $111 (€90) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Canterbury to Blackpool by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Blackpool
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Trains from Canterbury to Blackpool run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€95) but you can travel from only $60 (€49) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€95) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Southeastern from Canterbury to Blackpool trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Canterbury and Blackpool from $60 (€49). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Blackpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Blackpool
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 17:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside platform - London end
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
ParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:20 Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 2 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on both platforms Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement bus stop in Station Road East, opposite the station entrance.
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
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