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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
294 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackpool for Welwyn Garden City every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 25 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.
06:304h56
Blackpool11:26Welwyn Garden City
£881One-way
0 changes
04:555h25
Blackpool10:20Welwyn Garden City
£1101One-way
0 changes
03:594h16
Blackpool08:15Welwyn Garden City
£2491One-way
0 changes
03:594h16
Blackpool08:15Welwyn Garden City
£2491One-way
0 changes
06:304h56
Blackpool11:26Welwyn Garden City
£881One-way
0 changes
04:555h25
Blackpool10:20Welwyn Garden City
£1101One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:59 Blackpool | 3h46 | 08:45 Welwyn Garden City | 2 changes | |
| 05:35 Blackpool | 3h40 | 09:15 Welwyn Garden City | 2 changes | |
| 06:22 Blackpool | 4h50 | 11:12 Welwyn Garden City | 4 changes | |
| 07:21 Blackpool | 4h51 | 12:12 Welwyn Garden City | 4 changes | |
| 08:23 Blackpool | 4h49 | 13:12 Welwyn Garden City | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 if you book in advance.
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 294 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 19:51 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Blackpool and Welwyn Garden City from £69. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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 Duration
3h 46m
Cheapest Price
£207
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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 Duration
4h 16m
Cheapest Price
£69
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 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
FAQs: Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City train
FAQs: Travel by train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
The train distance from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City is 294 km.
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 covers a distance of 294 km and takes approximately 4h 16m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £69, while the average price tends to be around £135.
The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City is by train, costing approximately £69.
The first train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City leaves at 5:00.
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 last train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City departs at 19:51.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
There is no night train service from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City.
To travel from Blackpool to Welwyn Garden City, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Welwyn Garden City
Blackpool
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
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
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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