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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£152
Average price
£155
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gillingham to Blackpool will cost around £155 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £152.
To travel from Gillingham to Blackpool you need to make at least 2 changes.
5:505h14Gillingham11:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes- 7:205h44Gillingham13:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 8:245h40Gillingham14:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 9:245h40Gillingham15:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 10:245h40Gillingham16:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 5:505h14Gillingham11:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 8:245h40Gillingham14:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 9:245h40Gillingham15:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 10:245h40Gillingham16:04Blackpool£1521One-way2 changes
- 6:205h44Gillingham12:04Blackpool£1681One-way3 changes
Live departures
Gillingham to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Gillingham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 19:58 Gillingham | 7h08 | 3:06 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 5:50 Gillingham | 5h14 | 11:04 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 6:20 Gillingham | 5h44 | 12:04 Blackpool | 3 changes | |
| 7:20 Gillingham | 5h44 | 13:04 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 8:24 Gillingham | 5h40 | 14:04 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 9:24 Gillingham | 5h40 | 15:04 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 10:24 Gillingham | 5h40 | 16:04 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gillingham to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gillingham to Blackpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 363 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 363 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Southeastern from Gillingham to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Southeastern trains will get you between Gillingham and Blackpool from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gillingham to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gillingham 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 Gillingham and Blackpool
Most Gillingham to Blackpool trains use the Gillingham (Kent) to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Layton. Use this guide to compare Gillingham and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gillingham station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Gillingham (Kent) from Gillingham city centre
Gillingham (Kent) train station facilities and services
Gillingham (Kent) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gillingham (Kent).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gillingham (Kent). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gillingham (Kent): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gillingham (Kent): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to all platforms and interchange via lifts. Step free access direct to Platform 3 via side entrance off Railway Street. Stepped access from main entrance via station footbridge, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Gillingham 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 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.
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.
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