Blackpool to Lancaster train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Lancaster

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Nov
Cheapest price on 15 Nov
£16
Average ticket price on 15 Nov
£19
Fastest journey on 15 Nov
47 m
Average journey duration on 15 Nov
51 m
Trains on 15 Nov
7
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Blackpool to Lancaster will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

To travel from Blackpool to Lancaster you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern RailG88968 · G89064
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89813 · C31721
    1 change
  • Northern RailG88973+Avanti West CoastW33357
    1 change
  • Northern RailG88977+Avanti West CoastW33186
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89837+Avanti West CoastW33349
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Blackpool to Lancaster

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Trains from Blackpool to Lancaster run on average 16 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 36m.

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
31 km
Average train duration
45m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
36m
First train
2:06
Last train
23:35
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
2 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 Lancaster trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Blackpool to Lancaster.

The cost of a train ticket from Blackpool to Lancaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Blackpool to Lancaster covers a distance of 31 km and takes approximately 36m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Blackpool to Lancaster is 31 km.
The first train from Blackpool to Lancaster leaves at 2:06.
The last train from Blackpool to Lancaster departs at 23:35.
Trains from Blackpool to Lancaster run approximately 16 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Blackpool to Lancaster.

Live departures

Blackpool to Lancaster train times

The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Lancaster trains for today, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG85359+Avanti West CoastW33542
On time
8:04 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h48
8:52 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG88963+Avanti West CoastW33536
On time
8:19 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h48
9:07 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89831+Transpennine ExpressW85173
On time
8:23 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
9:13 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24707+Avanti West CoastW337348:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h25
9:55 Lancaster station (LAN)1 change
Northern RailG89165+Avanti West CoastW337349:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
9:55 Lancaster station (LAN)1 change
Northern RailG88967+Avanti West CoastW33563
On time
9:19 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h49
10:08 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89836+Transpennine ExpressW85169
On time
9:25 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h55
10:20 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24710 · G89045
On time
9:29 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h21
10:50 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24713+Avanti West CoastW33533
On time
10:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h25
11:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24716+Avanti West CoastW33379
On time
11:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h25
12:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89163+Avanti West CoastW33379
On time
12:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
12:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG88982+Avanti West CoastC01371
On time
12:19 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h49
13:08 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89857+Transpennine ExpressW85183
On time
12:25 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h49
13:14 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24719+Avanti West CoastW33738
On time
12:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h25
13:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89169+Avanti West CoastW3373813:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
13:55 Lancaster station (LAN)1 change
Northern RailC31713+Avanti West CoastW33799
On time
13:19 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h49
14:08 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89863+Transpennine ExpressW85190
On time
13:25 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h53
14:18 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24722+Avanti West CoastW33773
On time
13:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h25
14:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89176+Avanti West CoastW33773
On time
14:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
14:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG88993+Avanti West CoastC0137314:19 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h49
15:08 Lancaster station (LAN)1 change
Northern RailG89867+Transpennine ExpressW85193
On time
14:25 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h53
15:18 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24725 · G89067
On time
14:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h20
15:50 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89817 · G89067
On time
14:54 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h56
15:50 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89150+Avanti West CoastW33793
On time
15:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
15:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24699 · G89053
On time
15:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h22
16:52 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89821 · G89053
On time
15:54 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h58
16:52 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89149+Avanti West CoastW33395
On time
16:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h52
16:57 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89003+Avanti West CoastW3379516:19 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h48
17:07 Lancaster station (LAN)1 change
Northern RailG89823+Transpennine ExpressW85198
On time
16:22 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h54
17:16 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24702 · G89055
On time
16:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h21
17:51 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89825 · G89055
On time
16:54 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h57
17:51 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89155+Avanti West CoastW33574
On time
17:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
17:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24705+Avanti West CoastW33543
On time
17:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h25
18:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89161+Avanti West CoastW33543
On time
18:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
18:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailC31712+Avanti West CoastW33796
On time
18:19 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h48
19:07 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89832+Transpennine ExpressW85207
On time
18:22 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h57
19:19 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24708+Avanti West CoastW33717
On time
18:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h25
19:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89167+Avanti West CoastW33717
On time
19:05 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h50
19:55 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89838+Avanti West CoastW33794
On time
19:22 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h47
20:09 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24711 · G89059
On time
19:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h20
20:50 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89841 · G89059
On time
19:58 Blackpool North (BPN)
0h52
20:50 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24714 · G85479
On time
20:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
2h01
22:31 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change
Northern RailP24717 · G89061
On time
21:30 Blackpool South (BPS)
1h57
23:27 Lancaster station (LAN)		1 change

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Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
36m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£8
Northern Rail frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
42m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£18
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Avanti West Coast

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Blackpool and Lancaster

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Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Blackpool to Lancaster.
There is no night train service from Blackpool to Lancaster.

Complete guide to Lancaster

Things to do in Lancaster

Discover the best of Lancaster — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lancaster trip today.

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Lancaster City Museum

City museum in the former town hall with local archaeology, natural history and decorative arts that explain Lancaster’s development.

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Lancaster Maritime Museum

Maritime museum in a historic customs house, covering Lancaster’s port, trade and seafaring links on St George’s Quay.

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Judges' Lodgings Museum

Small museum inside the Judges’ Lodgings, with period rooms and displays about local life and furniture in an atmospheric historic house.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Lancaster is usually cheaper than Manchester or London for hotels and meals, while buses and trains can still add noticeable visitor costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional, often just small change.

Plan your visit to Lancaster

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Lancaster.

The train journey from Blackpool to Lancaster offers pleasant countryside views, including glimpses of the coastline and rural landscapes, making it a relatively scenic route.

FAQs: Blackpool to Lancaster train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Lancaster 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 Lancaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Blackpool to Lancaster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Blackpool to Lancaster.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Lancaster

Most Blackpool to Lancaster trains use the Blackpool North to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Lancaster 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 Lancaster

Which Blackpool station do trains to Lancaster leave from?

Trains from Blackpool to Lancaster 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 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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.

More about Blackpool North
Blackpool SouthBlackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FAParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
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.

More about Blackpool South

Train stations for Blackpool to Lancaster

Check train stations information for Blackpool and Lancaster, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Blackpool that goes to Lancaster is Blackpool North, and it arrives at Lancaster.

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