Bradford to Blackpool train with Northern Rail

Trains from Bradford to Blackpool

There are usually around 16 trains from Bradford to Blackpool every weekday, with fewer services on weekends. The journey usually takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes. 

Bradford to Blackpool train times: Daily departures

The first train from Bradford to Liverpool leaves at around 6:00 a.m., and trains then leave every hour until the last train of the day departs at around 10:00 p.m. On Sundays, trains usually leave every two hours.

How long is the journey by train from Bradford to Blackpool?

The fastest train of the day usually takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes, with other services taking up to 2 hours. All of the trains on weekdays run directly. On Sundays, services may take up to 2.5 hours, as they may have one change in Manchester. 

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bradford to Blackpool?

Departure train station: The train from Bradford to Blackpool departs from Bradford Interchange, which is a combined train, bus, and coach station. It's in the centre of Bradford and half a mile from Bradford's other train station, Forster Square. It's served by regular bus and coach services and has a taxi rank, shops, and toilets.

Arrival train station: The train from Bradford to Blackpool arrives at North Station, which is the town's main train station. It's a 5-minute walk from the seafront and famous Blackpool Tower and operates regular bus and train services to other parts of town. It has lots of facilities, including cafés, waiting areas, and information desks.

Which train companies travel from Bradford to Blackpool?

All of the trains from Bradford to Blackpool are operated by Northern Rail. 

Northern Rail Bradford to Blackpool

Northern Rail operates all of the trains from Bradford to Blackpool. Services usually run directly, but they may have one change, in Manchester. The journey time can vary from 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2.5 hours, depending on whether the train is running on a weekday or at the weekend. 

Bradford to Blackpool trains: Services on board

LNER has luggage restrictions. Travellers can bring three pieces of luggage with them: one small handbag, a carry-on bag, and one large suitcase. The suitcase cannot be any larger than 90 cm × 70 cm × 30 cm, and the carry-on bag must be able to fit in the overhead racks. If travelling with a child, passengers can bring a pushchair, but it must be folded and stored in the luggage area. If travellers would like to bring a bike on board, they'll have to make a reservation before travel, as LNER can only store 3-5 bikes on each train. Get to the station 10 minutes before the train arrives, and when boarding the train, secure the bike a rack with velcro straps. Travellers with a folding bike can bring it on any train without making a reservation.

Passengers can bring pets on any LNER train. There's a limit of two animals per person, and they must be secured on a lead or in a crate. Additional animals require a fee.

LNER offers first-class seats on many of its trains. Its first-class carriages are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, fast WiFi, and complimentary refreshments.

All of LNER's trains have wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets on board. It offers a disability assistance scheme to help passengers get on and off the train, load luggage, navigate around the station, and purchase tickets. This service can be booked at least 24 hours in advance by filling in a form online or by phoning the customer service helpline. LNER can also advise passengers on the accessibility of their departure/arrival stations, and book a seat with extra legroom if passengers are travelling with an assistance dog.

How to find cheap train tickets from Bradford to Blackpool

To get a great deal on tickets to travel by train from Bradford to Blackpool, it can help to be flexible with travel dates. Passengers can also save money by opting for a service that has at least one change. Booking tickets in advance may be cheaper than buying them just before travelling.