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Museum of Blackpool's showbiz, seaside entertainment and local stories, with costumes, props and interactive displays in a central location.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£6
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£7
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 15 m
Trains on 29 Aug
5
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Blackpool will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 5 trains from Blackburn to Blackpool, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 38 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Blackpool trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G88969 · P24752 | Delayed 11:29 12:22Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h03 | 13:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
G88969 | Delayed 11:29 12:22Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h42 | 12:08 12:08Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32814 · G89593 | Delayed 11:40 12:37Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h13 | 13:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
G88974 · P24756 | On time 13:22 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h03 | 14:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
G88974 | On time 13:22 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h42 | 14:04 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32818 · G89602 | On time 13:37 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h13 | 14:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
G88978 | On time 14:22 Blackburn station (BBN) | 0h42 | 15:04 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G88978 · P24759 | On time 14:22 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h03 | 15:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
C32822 · G89614 | On time 14:37 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h13 | 15:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
G88984 · P24761 | On time 15:22 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h04 | 16:26 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
G88990 · P24729 | On time 16:22 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h03 | 17:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
G88995 · P24734 | On time 17:22 Blackburn station (BBN) | 1h04 | 18:26 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
![]() | 5:37 Blackburn | 1h16 | 6:53 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:37 Blackburn | 1h16 | 7:53 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:37 Blackburn | 1h16 | 8:53 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:37 Blackburn | 1h16 | 9:53 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Blackburn to Blackpool run on average 18 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 50m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 3:51 |
Last train 23:42 |
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Blackpool North -> Blackpool Tower
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn 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.

Most Blackburn to Blackpool trains use the Blackburn to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Blackburn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackburn.
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train, 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 at the bottom of platform 4, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category C Station, Acces to platform down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. Island platform accessed only by stairs, 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.
Cherry Tree is 2 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Cherry Tree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cherry Tree: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cherry Tree: 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 Preston platform: From Green Lane down 50 metre ramps with handrail to platform. Colne platform: Step free access from Green Lane. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: 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.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: 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.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: 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.
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