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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Airdrie
Showing times and prices for 16 Dec
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackpool for Airdrie every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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.
04:554h32
Blackpool09:27Airdrie
£171One-way
0 changes
05:315h01
Blackpool10:32Airdrie
£301One-way
0 changes
04:294h58
Blackpool09:27Airdrie
£441One-way
0 changes
04:554h32
Blackpool09:27Airdrie
£171One-way
0 changes
04:294h58
Blackpool09:27Airdrie
£441One-way
0 changes
05:315h01
Blackpool10:32Airdrie
£301One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackpool to Airdrie
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Airdrie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 236 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackpool to Airdrie train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Airdrie trains for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 01:36
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:29 Blackpool | 4h58 | 09:27 Airdrie | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:30 Blackpool | 4h57 | 09:27 Airdrie | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:55 Blackpool | 4h32 | 09:27 Airdrie | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:30 Blackpool | 4h39 | 12:09 Airdrie | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Airdrie
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackpool to Airdrie run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 236 km distance in 4h 6m.
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 |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 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
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Blackpool to Airdrie trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Blackpool and Airdrie from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 6m
Cheapest Price
£23
TransPennine Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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.
To explore Airdrie, a day or two is generally sufficient to visit local attractions and enjoy the town's offerings.
The cost of a train ticket from Blackpool to Airdrie can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Airdrie is by train, costing approximately £17.
The train distance from Blackpool to Airdrie is 236 km.
A day trip from Blackpool to Airdrie is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 6m each way. However, trains run 10 times per day. The distance between the two locations is 236 km.
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.
The last train from Blackpool to Airdrie departs at 19:08.
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.
There is no night train service from Blackpool to Airdrie.
The train journey from Blackpool to Airdrie covers a distance of 236 km and takes approximately 4h 6m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train station in Blackpool that goes to Airdrie is Blackpool North (BPN), and it arrives at Airdrie station (ADR).
The first train from Blackpool to Airdrie leaves at 5:00.
Trains from Blackpool to Airdrie run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Blackpool to Airdrie.
Yes, you can take the train from Blackpool to Airdrie.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Blackpool to Airdrie.
To get from Blackpool to Airdrie, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Airdrie
Blackpool
Airdrie
The major train station for departures in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your trip from Blackpool to Airdrie.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Layton
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Airdrie is Airdrie. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Airdrie for your journey to Airdrie from Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00 Proposal to alter hours
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located in between Platform 1 and 2. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Airdrie
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1 Blue Badge parking bays: 20
- 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: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
Public transport options for Drumgelloch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park off Katherine Street
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