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Compare train and coach for Grimsby to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, and a coach costs an average of £30.
Distance: 198 km
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Blackpool
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Trains from Grimsby to Blackpool run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 4h 16m.
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 £30
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 20:34 |
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 £30
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Grimsby to Blackpool trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Grimsby and Blackpool from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
4h 16m
Cheapest Price
£37
TransPennine Express frequency
11 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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£58
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Grimsby to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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 train journey from Grimsby to Blackpool offers pleasant views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, though it is not typically considered among the most scenic routes in the UK.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
A day trip from Grimsby to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 16m. Trains run 12 times per day.
The train distance from Grimsby to Blackpool is 198 km.
Booking trains from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Blackpool covers a distance of 198 km and takes approximately 4h 16m. Trains run 12 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Grimsby to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The first train from Grimsby to Blackpool leaves at 5:12.
The last train from Grimsby to Blackpool departs at 20:34.
The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Blackpool is by coach, costing approximately £30.
Trains from Grimsby to Blackpool run approximately 12 times per day.
The train station in Grimsby that goes to Blackpool is Grimsby Town (GMB), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Grimsby to Blackpool.
There is no night train service from Grimsby to Blackpool.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Grimsby to Blackpool.
To get from Grimsby to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, you can take the train from Grimsby to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Grimsby and Blackpool
Grimsby
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your trip from Grimsby to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
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 Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost 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
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.
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
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