Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£8

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£13

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 46 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 46 m

Trains on 18 Sept

17

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern RailG89652 · P24756
    12:391h46
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    14:25Blackpool South (BPS)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89641 · P24746
    19:391h46
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    21:25Blackpool South (BPS)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89645 · P24751
    20:371h48
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    22:25Blackpool South (BPS)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89649 · P24754
    21:152h08
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    23:23Blackpool South (BPS)
    £81One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89643 · P24749
    10:391h46
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:25Blackpool South (BPS)
    £91One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £15.

Distance: 44 km

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Coach
Driving

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£15

Average Price

£12

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 18m

Average total duration

2h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) is a train with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS):

A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) costing on average £15.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Blackpool South (BPS) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Blackpool South (BPS) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailP24749+Avanti West CoastW33912+Transpennine ExpressW84677
Delayed
10:49 10:19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h06
12:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
2 changes
Northern RailP24752+Transpennine ExpressW84683+Avanti West CoastW34033
Delayed
11:49 11:19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h06
13:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
2 changes
Northern RailG89647 · P24752
On time
11:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h46
13:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
1 change
Northern RailP24734+Transpennine ExpressW84712+Avanti West CoastW34082
Delayed
16:48 16:19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h07
18:26 Blackpool South (BPS)
2 changes
Northern RailG89630 · P24734
On time
16:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h47
18:26 Blackpool South (BPS)
1 change
Northern RailP24738+Transpennine ExpressW84719+Avanti West CoastC01319
Delayed
17:49 17:19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h06
19:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
2 changes
Northern RailG89633 · P24738
On time
17:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h46
19:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
1 change
Northern RailP24742+Avanti West CoastW34169+Transpennine ExpressW84725
Delayed
18:49 18:19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h06
20:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
2 changes
Northern RailG89637 · P24742
On time
18:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h46
20:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
1 change
Northern RailG89641 · P24746
On time
19:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h46
21:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
1 change
Northern RailG89645 · P24751
On time
20:37 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h48
22:25 Blackpool South (BPS)
1 change
Northern RailG89649 · P24754
On time
21:15 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h08
23:23 Blackpool South (BPS)
1 change
Friday 18 September
Northern RailP24740+Transpennine ExpressW84665+Avanti West CoastW341778:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h06
10:25 Blackpool South (BPS)2 changes
Northern RailG89635 · P247408:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h46
10:25 Blackpool South (BPS)1 change
Northern RailP24744+Avanti West CoastW34254+Transpennine ExpressW846709:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h06
11:25 Blackpool South (BPS)2 changes
Northern RailG89639 · P247449:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h46
11:25 Blackpool South (BPS)1 change
Northern RailP24749+Transpennine ExpressW84677+Avanti West CoastW3391210:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h06
12:25 Blackpool South (BPS)2 changes
Northern RailG89643 · P2474910:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h46
12:25 Blackpool South (BPS)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS)

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 08:39, the last at 11:39. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 1h 29m.

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
44 km
Average train duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 29m
First train
8:39
Last train
11:39
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: Northern Rail from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Blackpool South (BPS) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£8
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) 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 South (BPS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) is 44 km.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) leaves at 8:39.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) departs at 11:39.
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS).
To get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool South offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Lancashire countryside, passing through fields and small towns, providing a pleasant and varied landscape during the trip.
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool South is feasible with a travel time of 1h 29m and a distance of 44 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS).

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Blackpool South (BPS)

Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Blackpool South (BPS) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Blackpool South (BPS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Blackpool
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.

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