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Q: What is the distance by train from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The train distance from Birmingham to Blackpool is around 104 miles (167 km) .

Q: When is the earliest train from Birmingham to Blackpool? When is the last train from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The first Birmingham to Blackpool train departs at 07: 45 and the last train from Birmingham to Blackpool leaves at 22: 00 . Check out the most up-to-date Birmingham to Blackpool train times on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 29 May

Cheapest

£28

Average

£46

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Blackpool will cost around £ 46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 28.

Cheapest

13:19Birmingham New Street2h53 16:12Blackpool South

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£281One-way

Cheapest

09:20Birmingham New Street2h52 12:12Blackpool South

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£281One-way

15:15Birmingham New Street2h57 18:12Blackpool South

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£311One-way

11:20Birmingham New Street2h52 14:12Blackpool South

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£311One-way

12:20Birmingham New Street2h52 15:12Blackpool South

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£531One-way

Train schedule Birmingham to Blackpool

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08:45Birmingham New Street2h40 11:25Blackpool North

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08:45Birmingham New Street2h27 11:12Blackpool South

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09:20Birmingham New Street2h26 11:46Blackpool North

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09:20Birmingham New Street2h52 12:12Blackpool South

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09:42Birmingham New Street2h33 12:15Blackpool North

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10:20Birmingham New Street2h24 12:44Blackpool North

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10:20Birmingham New Street2h51 13:11Blackpool South

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10:42Birmingham New Street2h37 13:19Blackpool North

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10:52Birmingham Snow Hill2h52 13:44Blackpool North

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11:20Birmingham New Street2h52 14:12Blackpool South

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12:20Birmingham New Street2h52 15:12Blackpool South

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13:19Birmingham New Street2h53 16:12Blackpool South

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15:15Birmingham New Street2h57 18:12Blackpool South

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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 29 May

Fastest Journey

2 h 24 m

Average

2 h 42 m

Trains per day

Distance

167 km

It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Blackpool without changing at least once.

Fastest

10:20Birmingham New Street2h24 12:44Blackpool North

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£531One-way

09:20Birmingham New Street2h26 11:46Blackpool North

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£531One-way

08:45Birmingham New Street2h27 11:12Blackpool South

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£531One-way

09:42Birmingham New Street2h33 12:15Blackpool North

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£531One-way

10:42Birmingham New Street2h37 13:19Blackpool North

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£531One-way

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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Blackpool

	Distance	104 miles (167 km)
	Average train duration	2 h 12 min
	Average train ticket price	£28 (€32)
	Train frequency	16 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Cross Country, Northern Rail or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Birmingham to Blackpool cover the 104 miles (167 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 12 min with our travel partners like Cross Country, Northern Rail or Avanti West Coast. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £28, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £19. Travellers depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street and arrive in Blackpool North.

Train providers: CrossCountry trains Birmingham to Blackpool

Find the best trains between Birmingham and Blackpool with Omio's travel partners CrossCountry from £19. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

CrossCountry

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Blackpool from Birmingham you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

CrossCountry tickets between Birmingham and Blackpool are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect trip with CrossCountry between Birmingham and Blackpool all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current CrossCountry train timetables and train tickets available on Omio for the 104 miles (167 km) route. You can also see relevant travel information for the CrossCountry train, such as luggage policy and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Birmingham to Blackpool routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best CrossCountry Birmingham to Blackpool train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the CrossCountry train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Blackpool with CrossCountry!

These are CrossCountry 's ticket policies for COVID-19 for the train from Birmingham to Blackpool:

Refund or voucher policy
If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
Cashless payments recommended
Online booking and check-in recommended

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Trains from Birmingham to Blackpool: Journey Overview

Trains from Birmingham to Blackpool start early in the morning, leaving after 6:00 a.m. There are 2 trains that leave at approximately 15 minutes past the hour, every hour throughout the day until the early evening, when services leave a few minutes before or after every hour from 7:00 p.m until 11:00 p.m. Virgin trains, CrossCountry, Northern, and London Midlands. All services have at least 1 change, with some having 2 or 3 changes. Journey times vary, with the quickest services lasting around 2 .5-3 hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Birmingham to Blackpool?

Departure Station: Trains going to Blackpool depart from Birmingham New Street station. The station is located in the heart of the city, just a few minutes' walk from the Bullring shopping centre. It is easily accessible when travelling by car or bus from the outskirts of the city.

Arrival Station: Trains from Birmingham arrive at both Blackpool North and Blackpool South stations. Both are a short walking distance from the waterfront and are in the city centre. There are bus services to and from both stations.

Travel Tips: Trains from Birmingham to Blackpool

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How much does a cheap train to Blackpool from Birmingham cost?

Looking to save money on your trip? Omio customers have found the cheapest train from Birmingham to Blackpool for the next 7 days starting from £19 one way.

How much does the train from Birmingham to Blackpool cost on average?

If you’re looking to book tickets for this route in the next 7 days, you’ll find that Birmingham to Blackpool train prices are on average £28 one way.

What is the distance by train from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The train distance from Birmingham to Blackpool is around 104 miles (167 km).

How long is the train journey to Blackpool from Birmingham?

On average the train from Birmingham to Blackpool duration is 2 h 12 min for the 104 miles (167 km) long journey, but the travel time can vary if you depart on weekends and holidays.

Which train station in Birmingham goes to Blackpool? Which train station do I come into Blackpool from Birmingham?

Some of the Birmingham train stations to Blackpool you can start your journey from include Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street and Birmingham International. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Blackpool include Blackpool North, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Blackpool South.

When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Birmingham New Street and arriving in Blackpool North.

Where is the departure train station in Birmingham located? Where is the arrival train station in Blackpool located?

Passengers board their train most frequently from Birmingham New Street and travel around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the city centre to this train station.

Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Blackpool North and need to travel approximately 0.9 miles (1.5 km) from the train station to the city centre in Blackpool.

What train companies go from Birmingham to Blackpool?

For the best Birmingham to Blackpool train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Cross Country, Northern Rail or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Blackpool from Birmingham to compare what amenities they may offer.

How many train services per day are there between Birmingham and Blackpool?

On average, there are 16 trains a day from Birmingham to Blackpool. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

When is the earliest train from Birmingham to Blackpool? When is the last train from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The first Birmingham to Blackpool train departs at 07: 45 and the last train from Birmingham to Blackpool leaves at 22: 00. Check out the most up-to-date Birmingham to Blackpool train times on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.

How far in advance should I book train tickets between Birmingham and Blackpool for the best deals?

In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train companies offering this route and save money. If you buy train tickets to Blackpool from Birmingham within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average £28 one way. To find the best prices for this journey, consider booking your train ticket from Birmingham to Blackpool a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

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Blackpool

Birmingham New Street is the most popular Birmingham railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Birmingham for your journey to Blackpool.