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Overview: Train from Blackpool to Walkden
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Blackpool to Walkden and enjoy the approximately 54 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:13.
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.
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Distance 54 km |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 23:13 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 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
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Things to do in Walkden
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Salford Museum and Art Gallery
Local history museum in nearby Salford with exhibitions on the city’s past, making an accessible cultural visit from Walkden.
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The Bridgewater Canal Museum
Canal-side museum and restored pumping station telling the story of the Manchester Ship Canal and industrial engineering.
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Blackleach Country Park
Large country park with woodland, lakes and walking trails, popular for easy outdoor time close to Walkden town centre.
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Worsley Village
Picturesque conservation area of canals, bridges and historic streets, ideal for waterside walks and heritage atmosphere.
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Worsley Woods
Country park on former estate land with broad meadows, a visitor centre area and links to the Bridgewater canal paths.
FAQs: Blackpool to Walkden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Walkden 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 Walkden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Blackpool to Walkden is 54 km.
The first train from Blackpool to Walkden leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Blackpool to Walkden departs at 23:13.
To travel from Blackpool to Walkden, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Blackpool to Walkden.
Booking trains from Blackpool to Walkden in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Walkden is a small town with limited attractions, so a day or two should suffice to explore its local sites and enjoy the community atmosphere.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Blackpool to Walkden.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Walkden
Most Blackpool to Walkden trains use the Blackpool North to Walkden station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Walkden 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 Walkden
Which Blackpool station do trains to Walkden leave from?
Trains from Blackpool to Walkden 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.
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.
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 · £0.90 · 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.
Which Walkden station do trains from Blackpool arrive at?
Trains from Blackpool to Walkden arrive at Walkden. Walkden is from Walkden city centre.
WalkdenWalkden station, Walkden Road, Walkden, Greater Manchester, M28 3DY+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Walkden from Walkden city centre
Bus29 · 13m · £2 · every ~3 min
Walkden train station facilities and services
Walkden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Walkden.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Walkden.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Walkden: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Walkden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Walkden: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Walkden Road, up 14 steps into the ticket office and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Trains to Manchester leave on the left. Services Towards Wigan leave on the right, 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: No.
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