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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Blackpool will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Carlisle to Blackpool you need to make at least one change.
W33939+
P247325:432h41Carlisle station (CAR)8:24Blackpool South (BPS)£241One-way1 change- W34271+P247367:032h21Carlisle station (CAR)9:24Blackpool South (BPS)£241One-way1 change
- W34271+G895527:031h51Carlisle station (CAR)8:54Blackpool North (BPN)£301One-way1 change
- W33939+G895455:432h10Carlisle station (CAR)7:53Blackpool North (BPN)£301One-way1 change
- C01362+P2475210:592h26Carlisle station (CAR)13:25Blackpool South (BPS)£511One-way1 change
- W33903+G895699:101h41Carlisle station (CAR)10:51Blackpool North (BPN)£511One-way1 change
- W33933+G8957710:071h43Carlisle station (CAR)11:50Blackpool North (BPN)£511One-way1 change
- W34265+G895608:081h45Carlisle station (CAR)9:53Blackpool North (BPN)£511One-way1 change
W84899+G895648:351h49Carlisle station (CAR)10:24Blackpool North (BPN)£511One-way1 change- W84903+G8958110:351h49Carlisle station (CAR)12:24Blackpool North (BPN)£511One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 120 km
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£32 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Blackpool trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84899+G89564 | On time 8:35 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h49 | 10:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W33903+G89569 | On time 9:10 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h41 | 10:51 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W84884+P24744 | On time 9:25 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h00 | 11:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| W84901+G89573 | On time 9:32 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h51 | 11:23 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W33933+P24749 | On time 10:07 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h18 | 12:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| W33933+G89577 | On time 10:07 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h43 | 11:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W84903+G89581 | On time 10:35 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h49 | 12:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| C01362+P24752 | On time 10:59 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h26 | 13:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| W34060+P24756 | On time 12:06 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h19 | 14:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| W84887+P24759 | On time 13:28 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h57 | 15:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| W33939+G89545 | 5:43 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h10 | 7:53 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W33939+P24732 | 5:43 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h41 | 8:24 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| W84893+G89548 | 6:24 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h03 | 8:27 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W34271+G89552 | 7:03 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h51 | 8:54 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W34271+P24736 | 7:03 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h21 | 9:24 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
| W84896+G89556 | 7:34 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h50 | 9:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W34265+G89560 | 8:08 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h45 | 9:53 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| W34265+P24740 | 8:08 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h17 | 10:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Blackpool
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Trains from Carlisle to Blackpool run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 1:05 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Blackpool from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Blackpool
Most Carlisle to Blackpool trains use the Carlisle to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Carlisle arrive at?
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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