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Compare train and coach for Gourock to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gourock to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £101.
Distance: 264 km
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£167 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gourock to Blackpool
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Trains from Gourock to Blackpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £101 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 11:30. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 3h 54m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £101 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 2:06 |
Last train 11:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Train companies: ScotRail from Gourock to Blackpool trainsScotRail trains will get you between Gourock and Blackpool from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
£101
ScotRail frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Gourock to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gourock 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Gourock to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £101, while the average price tends to be around £167.
The train journey from Gourock to Blackpool covers a distance of 264 km and takes approximately 3h 54m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Gourock to Blackpool is 264 km.
The first train from Gourock to Blackpool leaves at 2:06.
The last train from Gourock to Blackpool departs at 11:30.
Trains from Gourock to Blackpool run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gourock to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gourock to Blackpool.
To get from Gourock to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gourock to Blackpool.
The train station in Gourock that goes to Blackpool is Gourock station (GRK), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Gourock to Blackpool is by coach, costing approximately £35.
Booking trains from Gourock to Blackpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gourock to Blackpool offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the stunning Scottish countryside and along the picturesque coastline, providing passengers with a visually appealing experience.
A day trip from Gourock to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 54m. However, there are 6 trains available per day.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Gourock to Blackpool.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gourock and Blackpool
Gourock
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Gourock is Gourock. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gourock for your trip from Gourock to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 23:40 Saturday 05:40 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:29
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 5
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. A key is available from the Ticket Office upon request. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Gourock
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your journey to Blackpool from Gourock.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Layton
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
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