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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Horwich
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Horwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Horwich will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackpool for Horwich 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 41 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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 Blackpool to Horwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Horwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 41 km
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£7 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackpool to Horwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Horwich trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 03:59 Blackpool | 0h46 | 04:45 Horwich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:22 Blackpool | 0h51 | 05:13 Horwich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:23 Blackpool | 0h50 | 08:13 Horwich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Horwich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackpool to Horwich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 47m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Horwich trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Horwich from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackpool to Horwich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Horwich 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 Horwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Horwich
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- 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
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
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.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:35 Saturday 06:20 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to all platforms. Tactile Paving available full length of both platform 1 and 2. White and Yellow Lining visible on both platform surfaces.
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Opposite the station entrance for buses to Horwich or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will set down and pick up from outside the station entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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