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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
240 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) 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 South (BPS) will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Fast trains
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) you need to make at least one change.

08:123h13
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

10:113h14
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

14:123h13
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

16:113h14
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

18:123h13
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

20:123h11
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:23Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

08:123h13
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

14:123h13
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

18:123h13
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change

10:113h14
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:25Blackpool South (BPS)
£771One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 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 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 06:52 |
Last train 20:14 |
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: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blackpool South (BPS) from £77. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
£160
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 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
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 33m
Cheapest Price
£63
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 11m
Cheapest Price
£77
first_transpennine_express frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS).

Booking trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) is 240 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £77, while the average price tends to be around £124.
The train journey from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) covers a distance of 240 km and takes approximately 3h 11m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) leaves at 6:52.
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) is by train, costing approximately £77.
The last train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) departs at 20:14.
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS) run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS).
There is no night train service from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS).
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool South (BPS), you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blackpool South (BPS)
Edinburgh
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool South. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool South for your journey to Blackpool from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
information
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
