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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for 17 Feb
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
287 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool you need to make at least one change.
07:094h05
Hemel Hempstead11:14Blackpool
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11:124h04
Hemel Hempstead15:16Blackpool
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Compare train and flight for Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £88. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £88, and a train costs an average of £96.
Distance: 287 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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£96 Average Price | £88 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool trains for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 01:47
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:09 Hemel Hempstead | 4h05 | 11:14 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 11:12 Hemel Hempstead | 4h04 | 15:16 Blackpool | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool
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Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £88 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 5h 1m.
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
Flight from £88
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 21:03 |
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
Flight from £88
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Hemel Hempstead and Blackpool from £88. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 4m
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £96, while the average price tends to be around £96.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool covers a distance of 287 km and takes approximately 5h 1m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool is 287 km.
The first train from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool leaves at 4:10.
The last train from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool departs at 21:03.
Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool.
To get from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
There is no night train service from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool.
The train station in Hemel Hempstead that goes to Blackpool is Hemel Hempstead station (HML), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool is by flight, costing approximately £88.
Booking trains from Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool offers some scenic views, particularly as the route passes through the picturesque countryside and charming towns of the Midlands and the North West of England.
A day trip from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 1m each way. Trains are available 7 times 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 Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hemel Hempstead and Blackpool
Hemel Hempstead
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Hemel Hempstead is Hemel Hempstead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hemel Hempstead for your trip from Hemel Hempstead to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only.
- 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 and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hemel Hempstead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.
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 Hemel Hempstead.
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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