Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£10

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 33 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 35 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN), including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.

  • Northern RailG89577
    10:171h33
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:50Blackpool North (BPN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89564
    8:481h36
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    10:24Blackpool North (BPN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89569
    9:171h34
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    10:51Blackpool North (BPN)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89573
    9:481h35
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:23Blackpool North (BPN)
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89560
    8:171h36
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    9:53Blackpool North (BPN)
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, 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 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 72 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£17

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£16

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 36m

Average total duration

2h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 10m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN):

A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) costing on average £17.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 33m.

Other travel options to Blackpool North (BPN) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Airport and Blackpool North (BPN) including taking a train and coach.
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 £17 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.18. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 10m 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

Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) 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 Rail8:48 Manchester Airport
1h36
10:24 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail9:30 Manchester Airport
2h20
11:50 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail10:17 Manchester Airport
1h33
11:50 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail14:48 Manchester Airport
1h38
16:26 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail15:17 Manchester Airport
1h33
16:50 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail18:17 Manchester Airport
1h33
19:50 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail22:46 Manchester Airport
1h37
0:23 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN)

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Trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 33m.

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
72 km
Average train duration
1h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 33m
First train
7:48
Last train
21:45
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Blackpool North (BPN) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

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 33m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£5
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

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 Transpennine Express Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£25
Transpennine Express frequency
2 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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£34
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£12
Northern Trains Limited frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) 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 North (BPN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) covers a distance of 72 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) is 72 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) leaves at 7:17.
The last train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) departs at 21:45.
Trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport and Blackpool North (BPN). The service operates 9 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Lancashire. Travellers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills, lush fields, and charming villages along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North is feasible. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m, covering a distance of 72 km, with trains running 12 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Blackpool North (BPN)

Most Manchester Airport to Blackpool North (BPN) trains use the Manchester Airport to Blackpool North station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Blackpool North (BPN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Blackpool
Blackpool NorthBlackpool North station, Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2AB+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
MetroNearest tram stop half a mile

Blackpool North train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

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