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Compare train and coach for Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £78. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, and a train costs an average of £103.
Distance: 294 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£197 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Overview: Train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City
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Trains from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £78 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 31m.
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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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £78
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 18:21 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £78
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Welwyn Garden City from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest Price
£103
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £103, while the average price tends to be around £197.
The train journey from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City covers a distance of 294 km and takes approximately 3h 31m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City is 294 km.
The first train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City departs at 18:21.
Trains from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
To get from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
The train station in Blackpool that goes to Welwyn Garden City is Blackpool North (BPN), and it arrives at Welwyn Garden City station (WGC).
The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City is by coach, costing approximately £78.
Booking trains from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of Lancashire's countryside, passing through cities like Manchester and Sheffield, before transitioning to the more suburban landscapes of Hertfordshire.
A day trip from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 31m each way. However, there are 8 trips per day available by train.
To explore Welwyn Garden City, a two-day visit allows you to enjoy its key attractions, local parks, and shopping areas comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
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Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Welwyn Garden City
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Welwyn Garden City
The major train station for departures in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your trip from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
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Dining
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Accessibility
WC
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Lost and Found Office
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Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Layton
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your journey to Welwyn Garden City from Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
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