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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bishop Auckland to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
4 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bishop Auckland to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bishop Auckland to Blackpool will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bishop Auckland for Blackpool every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bishop Auckland to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bishop Auckland to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 129 km
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3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bishop Auckland to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Bishop Auckland to Blackpool trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:14 Bishop Auckland | 4h52 | 12:06 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:24 Bishop Auckland | 4h42 | 13:06 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bishop Auckland to Blackpool
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Trains from Bishop Auckland to Blackpool run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 19:27 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Bishop Auckland to Blackpool trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Bishop Auckland and Blackpool from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bishop Auckland to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop Auckland 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bishop Auckland and Blackpool
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 12:2513:00 - 16:25 Saturday 08:50 - 12:2513:00 - 16:25 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, There is step free access onto the platform. Kerb from car park to station entrance
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in station car park
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
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HotelLost 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
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.
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
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