The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 04 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 04 Oct
£15
Fastest journey on 04 Oct
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 04 Oct
2 h 6 m
Trains on 04 Oct
5
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Manchester Airport 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 will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Sun 04 Oct, we found 5 trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
12:572h03Blackpool15:00Manchester Airport£121One-way0 changes
13:542h06Blackpool16:00Manchester Airport£151One-way0 changes
7:582h20Blackpool10:18Manchester Airport£151One-way0 changes
9:572h03Blackpool12:00Manchester Airport£161One-way0 changes
8:571h56Blackpool10:53Manchester Airport£201One-way0 changes
8:571h56Blackpool10:53Manchester Airport£201One-way0 changes
12:572h03Blackpool15:00Manchester Airport£121One-way0 changes
9:572h03Blackpool12:00Manchester Airport£161One-way0 changes
13:542h06Blackpool16:00Manchester Airport£151One-way0 changes
7:582h20Blackpool10:18Manchester Airport£151One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Manchester Airport
Trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 7:19 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Blackpool to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:58 Blackpool | 2h20 | 10:18 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:57 Blackpool | 1h56 | 10:53 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:57 Blackpool | 2h03 | 12:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:57 Blackpool | 2h03 | 15:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:54 Blackpool | 2h06 | 16:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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FAQs: Blackpool to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Manchester Airport 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Manchester Airport
Most Blackpool to Manchester Airport trains use the Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Manchester Airport 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.
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