The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Cheapest price on 16 Sept
£50
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
2 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
3 h 1 m
Trains on 16 Sept
9
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) you need to make at least one change.
W33933+
G895778:522h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:50Blackpool North (BPN)£501One-way1 change
W34124+
G8961412:522h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:50Blackpool North (BPN)£561One-way1 change
W34060+
G8959310:522h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:50Blackpool North (BPN)£641One-way1 change
W00587+
G8954614:523h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:53Blackpool North (BPN)£811One-way1 change
W84923+
G8955816:113h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:26Blackpool North (BPN)£821One-way1 change
W34124+
G8961412:522h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:50Blackpool North (BPN)£561One-way1 change
W34060+
G8959310:522h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:50Blackpool North (BPN)£641One-way1 change
W33933+
G895778:522h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:50Blackpool North (BPN)£501One-way1 change
W00587+
G8954614:523h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:53Blackpool North (BPN)£811One-way1 change
W84901+
G895738:123h11Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:23Blackpool North (BPN)£821One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £317.
Distance: 237 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £317 Average Price | £81 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN):
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) costing on average £56.
A coach is £297 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) costing on average £317.
Other travel options to Blackpool North (BPN) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 53m.
Coach takes on average 5h 13m.
The journey is about 1h 1m faster (2h 53m by train vs 3h 54m by car) and roughly £25 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£56 vs £81). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) trains for today, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33933+ G89577 | Delayed 7:52 8:52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h58 | 11:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 16 September | |||||
W84901+ G89573 | 8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h11 | 11:23 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W33933+ G89577 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h58 | 11:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W84907+ G89589 | 10:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h13 | 13:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W34060+ G89593 | 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h58 | 13:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W84912+ G89607 | 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h15 | 15:27 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W34124+ G89614 | 12:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h58 | 15:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W84918+ G89543 | 14:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h14 | 17:26 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W00587+ G89546 | 14:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h01 | 17:53 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
W84923+ G89558 | 16:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h15 | 19:26 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 19:14 |
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Busiest Day Fri |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blackpool North (BPN) from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) 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 North (BPN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blackpool North (BPN)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool North (BPN) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Blackpool North station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blackpool North (BPN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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.
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