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Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
Local history museum with displays on Airdrie's industry, people and daily life. A practical starting point for understanding the town.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Airdrie
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Oct
Cheapest price on 04 Oct
£49
Average ticket price on 04 Oct
£71
Fastest journey on 04 Oct
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 04 Oct
4 h 14 m
Trains on 04 Oct
13
Distance
236 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Airdrie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Airdrie will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Fast trains
To travel from Blackpool to Airdrie you need to make at least 2 changes.
W85171+
W69138+
P24078+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:164h56Blackpool South (BPS)14:12Airdrie station (ADR)£491One-way3 changes- W85171+W69138+G89811+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street9:015h11Layton (LAY)14:12Airdrie station (ADR)£521One-way3 changes
- W85171+W69138+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+G889689:184h54Blackpool North (BPN)14:12Airdrie station (ADR)£611One-way3 changes
- W85178+W68900+P240789:165h12Blackpool South (BPS)14:28Airdrie station (ADR)£631One-way2 changes
- W85180+W69086+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+P2408211:164h26Blackpool South (BPS)15:42Airdrie station (ADR)£631One-way3 changes
- W85178+W68900+G8897310:224h06Blackpool North (BPN)14:28Airdrie station (ADR)£881One-way2 changes
W33186+W68918+G8897711:184h10Blackpool North (BPN)15:28Airdrie station (ADR)£881One-way2 changes- W33349+W69080+G89837+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street10:584h13Layton (LAY)15:11Airdrie station (ADR)£881One-way3 changes
- W33349+W69080+G89837+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street10:554h16Blackpool North (BPN)15:11Airdrie station (ADR)£881One-way3 changes
- W85180+W69086+G88977+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street11:184h24Blackpool North (BPN)15:42Airdrie station (ADR)£661One-way3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Airdrie
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Blackpool to Airdrie and enjoy the approximately 236 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 19:08.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 236 km |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 19:08 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Live departures
Blackpool to Airdrie train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Airdrie trains for tomorrow, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85171+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+G89811+W69138 | 9:01 Layton (LAY) | 5h11 | 14:12 Airdrie station (ADR) | 3 changes | |
| W85178+P24078+W68900 | 9:16 Blackpool South (BPS) | 5h12 | 14:28 Airdrie station (ADR) | 2 changes | |
| W85171+P24078+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+W69138 | 9:16 Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h56 | 14:12 Airdrie station (ADR) | 3 changes | |
| W85171+W69138+G88968+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 9:18 Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h54 | 14:12 Airdrie station (ADR) | 3 changes | |
| W85178+W68900+G89813 | 10:00 Layton (LAY) | 4h28 | 14:28 Airdrie station (ADR) | 2 changes | |
| W85178+G88973+W68900 | 10:22 Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h06 | 14:28 Airdrie station (ADR) | 2 changes | |
| W33349+G89837+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+W69080 | 10:55 Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h16 | 15:11 Airdrie station (ADR) | 3 changes | |
| W33186+G89837+W68918 | 10:58 Layton (LAY) | 4h30 | 15:28 Airdrie station (ADR) | 2 changes | |
| W33349+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+W69080+G89837 | 10:58 Layton (LAY) | 4h13 | 15:11 Airdrie station (ADR) | 3 changes | |
| W85184+P24082+W69113 | 11:16 Blackpool South (BPS) | 5h11 | 16:27 Airdrie station (ADR) | 2 changes | |
| W85180+W69086+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+P24082 | 11:16 Blackpool South (BPS) | 4h26 | 15:42 Airdrie station (ADR) | 3 changes | |
| W33186+W68918+G88977 | 11:18 Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h10 | 15:28 Airdrie station (ADR) | 2 changes | |
| W85180+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+W69086+G88977 | 11:18 Blackpool North (BPN) | 4h24 | 15:42 Airdrie station (ADR) | 3 changes | |
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Complete guide to Airdrie
Things to do in Airdrie
Discover the best of Airdrie — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Airdrie trip today.
- Recommended
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
Modern gallery and museum venue with changing exhibitions and collections. Good for a wider look at local and Scottish culture nearby.
- Recommended
Museum of Scottish Railways
Railway heritage museum with restored locomotives and exhibits on Scotland's rail past. Popular with families and transport enthusiasts.
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Drumpellier Country Park
Large country park with woodland trails, loch views and a visitor centre. One of the best nearby places for walking and outdoor time.
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Palacerigg Country Park
Parkland around a golf course with broad views and walking routes. A quieter local favourite for fresh air and open space.
South Bridge Street
Town-centre shopping and civic area with everyday local character. Useful for seeing Airdrie's main streets and historic urban core.
Mince And Tatties
A Mince pie with minced beef gravy, often served with tatties. A classic Lanarkshire supper reflecting everyday west of Scotland home cooking.
Lorne Sausage Roll
Thinly sliced beef sausage, usually in a morning roll. Strongly linked with Glasgow and Lanarkshire, it is a much-loved local breakfast staple.
- Vegetarian
Chip Roll
A soft white bread roll filled with chips and sauce. A familiar west of Scotland snack and takeaway favourite, especially around Lanarkshire.
The Little Bake House
Well-liked café and bistro for brunch, lunches, coffee and home-style baking, with a friendly daytime atmosphere.
Shahbaaz
Popular Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable modern setting suited to casual dinners.
Blue Star Country Kitchen
Established Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and kebabs in a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Airdrie is moderate by UK standards, with dining and local transport fairly priced, while accommodation is usually cheaper than in Glasgow or Edinburgh.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Blackpool to Airdrie train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Airdrie 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 Airdrie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Blackpool to Airdrie is 236 km.
The first train from Blackpool to Airdrie leaves at 5:32.
The last train from Blackpool to Airdrie departs at 19:08.
There is no night train service from Blackpool to Airdrie.
The train station in Blackpool that goes to Airdrie is Blackpool North (BPN), and it arrives at Airdrie station (ADR).
Booking trains from Blackpool to Airdrie in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Blackpool to Airdrie offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the rural landscapes of Lancashire and Southern Scotland, featuring rolling hills and picturesque countryside.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Blackpool to Airdrie.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Airdrie
Most Blackpool to Airdrie trains use the Blackpool South to Airdrie station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Airdrie train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Blackpool
Arrival train stations in Airdrie
Which Blackpool station do trains to Airdrie leave from?
Trains from Blackpool to Airdrie leave from Blackpool North. The station is 1 km from Blackpool city centre at Blackpool North station, Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2AB.
Blackpool NorthBlackpool North station, Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2AB+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
MetroNearest tram stop half a mile
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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 SouthBlackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FA
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus11 · 4m · £4 · every ~10 min
68 · 7m · £8 · every ~9 min
21, 26 · 16m · every ~2 min
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
LaytonLayton station, Bispham Road, Layton, Lancashire, FY2 0SX+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBlackpool North - Manchester Oxford Road, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly, Blackpool North - Bolton, Blackpool North - Stockport · 2m · £0.89 · every ~2 min
Bus14, 6, 400, 8 · 18m · £4 · every ~34 min
14, 11, 6, 8 · 21m · £4 · every ~34 min
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Airdrie station do trains from Blackpool arrive at?
Trains from Blackpool to Airdrie arrive at Airdrie. Airdrie is from Airdrie city centre.
AirdrieAirdrie station, Broomknoll Street, Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, ML6 9EX+44 344 811 0141
City-centre transport
Getting to Airdrie from Airdrie city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesBuses pick up/drop off from the station car park
Airdrie train station facilities and services
Airdrie has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Airdrie.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Airdrie.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Airdrie. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Airdrie: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Airdrie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Airdrie: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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