4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 18 trains that leave Blackpool for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
G898164:591h32Blackpool North (BPN)6:31Manchester Airport (MIA)£91One-way0 changes- G898185:251h36Layton (LAY)7:01Manchester Airport (MIA)£91One-way0 changes
- G898185:221h39Blackpool North (BPN)7:01Manchester Airport (MIA)£91One-way0 changes
- P24713 · G8984710:302h06Blackpool South (BPS)12:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£121One-way1 change
- P24710 · G898399:292h07Blackpool South (BPS)11:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£121One-way1 change
- G898164:591h32Blackpool North (BPN)6:31Manchester Airport (MIA)£91One-way0 changes
- G898318:261h34Layton (LAY)10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£121One-way0 changes
- G898226:251h35Layton (LAY)8:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£161One-way0 changes
- G898185:251h36Layton (LAY)7:01Manchester Airport (MIA)£91One-way0 changes
- G898267:241h36Layton (LAY)9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 72 km
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Live departures
Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89856 | On time 22:26 Layton (LAY) | 1h36 | 0:02 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24720 · G89859 | On time 22:30 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h25 | 0:55 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
| G89816 | 4:59 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h32 | 6:31 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89818 | 5:22 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h39 | 7:01 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89818 | 5:25 Layton (LAY) | 1h36 | 7:01 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24698 · G89820 | 5:29 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h07 | 7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G89877+ W34004_W34251 | 5:35 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h40 | 7:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G89820 | 5:55 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h41 | 7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89147+ W84878 | 6:04 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h41 | 7:45 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G89822 | 6:22 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h38 | 8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89822 | 6:25 Layton (LAY) | 1h35 | 8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24701 · G89824 | 6:31 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h05 | 8:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G89824 | 6:57 Layton (LAY) | 1h39 | 8:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89826 | 7:24 Layton (LAY) | 1h36 | 9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24704+W84896 | 7:30 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h14 | 9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G89828 | 7:56 Layton (LAY) | 1h40 | 9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89831 | 8:26 Layton (LAY) | 1h34 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24707 · G89833 | 8:30 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h06 | 10:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| P24710 · G89839 | 9:29 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h07 | 11:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| P24713 · G89847 | 10:30 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h06 | 12:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 23:22 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £5. 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
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.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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