Holyhead to Blackpool train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 22 Apr

Cheapest price

£52

Average price

£75

Fastest journey

3 h 31 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Trains per day

Distance

119 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Holyhead to Blackpool will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Holyhead for Blackpool every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.

10:384h19

Holyhead

14:57Blackpool

£521One-way

0 changes

08:533h31

Holyhead

12:24Blackpool

£861One-way

0 changes

11:303h46

Holyhead

15:16Blackpool

£871One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Holyhead to Blackpool

United Kingdom

Trains from Holyhead to Blackpool run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.

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

Distance

118 km

Average train duration

3h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

£52

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 20m

First train

04:21

Last train

22:03

Price information

Train providers: Transport for Wales and Virgin Trains trains Holyhead to Blackpool

Buy your official Transport for Wales and Virgin Trains train tickets from Holyhead to Blackpool from £35 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Holyhead to Blackpool train information with Transport for Wales:

Average Duration: 3 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: £35

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Holyhead to Blackpool train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: £85
Virgin Trains frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Holyhead to Blackpool train

FAQs: Travel by train from Holyhead to Blackpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Holyhead to Blackpool.

Cheap train tickets from Holyhead to Blackpool can start from as little as £62 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Holyhead to Blackpool is £85; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Holyhead to Blackpool train travel time is 3 h 20 min for the 73 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Holyhead to Blackpool leaves at 04: 21. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Holyhead to Blackpool leaves at 22: 03.

There are 16 trains a day from Holyhead to Blackpool which require at least one change with Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Holyhead to Blackpool you can take a train with Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Blackpool from Holyhead on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 03.

A trip to Blackpool from Holyhead is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Holyhead to Blackpool is February.

Yes, you can take a train from Holyhead to Blackpool.