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Museum of Blackpool's showbiz, seaside entertainment and local stories, with costumes, props and interactive displays in a central location.
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamilton to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamilton to Blackpool will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hamilton for Blackpool every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 226 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamilton to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £135.
Distance: 226 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £194 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Hamilton to Blackpool trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84903+ L88718+ G89581 | Delayed 8:24 8:56Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3h28 | 12:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 changes | |
L88720+ W33970+ P24752 | On time 9:27 Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3h58 | 13:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
W33970+ L88720+ G89585 | Delayed 8:52 9:27Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3h23 | 12:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 changes | |
W69803+ W33973+ G89593 | On time 9:43 Hamilton Central (HNC) | 4h07 | 13:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 changes | |
W33973+ W69803+ P24756 | Delayed 9:36 9:43Hamilton Central (HNC) | 4h42 | 14:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
C14949+ W34160+ P24759 | On time 11:56 Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3h29 | 15:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
W34160+ G89602+ C14949 | Delayed 11:12 11:56Hamilton Central (HNC) | 2h54 | 14:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 changes | |
Y14762+ P24761+ L88743 | Delayed 12:12 12:57Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3h29 | 16:26 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
Y14762+ L88743+ G89662 | Delayed 12:12 12:57Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3h00 | 15:57 Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 changes | |
W33889+ P24729+ L88746 | Delayed 12:50 13:26Hamilton Central (HNC) | 3h59 | 17:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
L88749+ W34050+ P24734 | On time 13:56 Hamilton Central (HNC) | 4h30 | 18:26 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
![]() | 7:56 Hamilton | 6h29 | 14:25 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hamilton to Blackpool run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 20:03 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Blackpool North -> Blackpool Tower
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamilton 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.

Most Hamilton to Blackpool trains use the Hamilton West to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Hamilton and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamilton West is 1 km from Hamilton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamilton West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton West.
Ticket office support is available at Hamilton West. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamilton West: Parking, WC.
Available at Hamilton West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamilton West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Hamilton Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hamilton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Hamilton Central. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamilton Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Hamilton Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamilton Central: 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 both 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.
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 options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
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.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
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.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
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.
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