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Bolton Museum and Art Gallery
Major regional museum and art gallery in Bolton, with Egyptology, local history displays and changing exhibitions.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Blackrod
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Blackpool to Blackrod and enjoy the approximately 40 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:25.
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 40 km |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Blackpool to Blackrod trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Blackpool to Blackrod.
The train distance from Blackpool to Blackrod is 40 km.
The first train from Blackpool to Blackrod leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Blackpool to Blackrod departs at 23:25.
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Things to do in Blackrod
Discover the best of Blackrod — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackrod trip today.
- Recommended
Hall i' th' Wood Museum
Textile museum in Bolton showing spinning and weaving machinery, explaining the region's industrial past.
Horwich Heritage Centre
Local museum in nearby Horwich with exhibits on community life, industry and everyday history around the area.
- Must visit
Rivington Terraced Gardens
Restored hillside gardens with paths, bridges and follies, offering one of the area's most atmospheric walks.
- Recommended
Lever Park
Large country park and reservoir landscape popular for woodland walks, waterside views and access to historic sites.
- Recommended
Winter Hill
Open moorland high point favoured for walking, panoramic views and a clear sense of the wider West Pennine landscape.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Black Peas
Black peas are simmered until tender and traditionally served with vinegar at Bonfire Night in Lancashire. A simple local staple with deep regional roots.
Meat and Potato Pie
A flaky pastry pie filled with minced beef, potato and onion. Strongly linked to nearby Lancashire mill towns and a classic north-west comfort food.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
Slow-cooked lamb with sliced onions, often topped with potatoes. This hearty one-pot dish is a long-standing Lancashire favourite in cold weather.
Rivaj
Well-known local Indian restaurant in Blackrod, popular for curries, grills and friendly service in a relaxed modern setting.
The White Lion
Established pub and dining venue serving British favourites, ales and Sunday roasts in a traditional, welcoming atmosphere.
The Cherry Tree
Smart country-style pub near Blackrod known for hearty British meals and drinks, with a comfortable setting suited to casual dining.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and cafés are fairly priced, while nearby Manchester can raise hotel and transport costs compared with smaller towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Blackrod station -> Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
Best option: Bus and tram via Bee Network contactless day cap
- Price
- £6.00
- Duration
- 40 min
- Contactless tap and go works on Bee Network buses and trams. Use the same card or device for every tap to get the right capped fare.
- The Bee Network app lets you plan journeys and buy bus, tram and bus+tram tickets. Blackrod station is on National Rail, so rail fares are separate.
FAQs: Blackpool to Blackrod train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Blackrod 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 Blackrod, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Blackpool to Blackrod in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Blackpool to Blackrod.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Blackrod
Most Blackpool to Blackrod trains use the Blackpool North to Blackrod station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Blackrod 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 Blackrod
Which Blackpool station do trains to Blackrod leave from?
Trains from Blackpool to Blackrod 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.
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 · £1 · every ~2 min
Bus14, 6, 400, 8 · 18m · £5 · every ~34 min
14, 11, 6, 8 · 21m · £5 · 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.
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 · £5 · 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.
Which Blackrod station do trains from Blackpool arrive at?
Trains from Blackpool to Blackrod arrive at Blackrod. Blackrod is 1 km from Blackrod city centre.
BlackrodBlackrod station, Station Road, Blackrod, Lancashire, BL6 5JH+44 8454014015
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackrod from Blackrod city centre
Bus933, 915, 575 · 9m · £2 · every ~11 min
Blackrod train station facilities and services
Blackrod has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackrod.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackrod: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackrod: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackrod: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Both platforms are fully accessible via ramps, you should allow approx 10 mins as these are long ramps, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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: Yes.
Train stations for Blackpool to Blackrod
Check train stations information for Blackpool and Blackrod, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Blackpool that goes to Blackrod is Blackpool North, and it arrives at Blackrod.
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