Peterlee to Blackpool train with Transpennine Express

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  • Northern Rail
    8:376h27
    Peterlee
    15:04Blackpool
    £981One-way
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Compare coach and train for Peterlee to Blackpool

The cheapest option from Peterlee to Blackpool is coach, with an average price of £25. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Peterlee to Blackpool among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 153 km

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£98

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£25

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4h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest option

4h 15m

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9h 20m

Average total duration

8h 50m

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Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Transpennine Express operates all trains services from Peterlee to Blackpool.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Peterlee to Blackpool

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Typically, there are 17 trains per day from Peterlee to Blackpool, including direct trains, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 13:46. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 6h 27m.

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
Coach from £25
Distance
153 km
Average train duration
4h 15m
Lowest ticket price
£98
Trains per day
17
Fastest train
6h 27m
First train
6:48
Last train
13:46
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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
Coach from £25

Train companies: Transpennine Express from Peterlee to Blackpool trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Peterlee and Blackpool from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
4h 39m
Cheapest Price
£101
Transpennine Express frequency
10 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

FAQs: Peterlee to Blackpool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterlee 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Peterlee to Blackpool is 153 km.
The first train from Peterlee to Blackpool leaves at 6:48.
The last train from Peterlee to Blackpool departs at 13:46.
Trains from Peterlee to Blackpool run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Peterlee to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Peterlee to Blackpool.
To get from Peterlee to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Peterlee to Blackpool.
Booking trains from Peterlee 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 Peterlee to Blackpool offers varied scenery, including stretches of picturesque countryside and some urban landscapes, particularly as you approach Blackpool.
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 Peterlee to Blackpool.

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Important Stations and Airports in Peterlee and Blackpool

Most Peterlee to Blackpool trains use the Horden to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Peterlee and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Peterlee
Arrival train stations in Blackpool

Which Blackpool station do trains from Peterlee arrive at?

Trains from Peterlee to Blackpool most often arrive at Blackpool North. Some services arrive at Blackpool South, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Blackpool arrival station.
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.

Blackpool SouthBlackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FAParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre

Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus11 · 4m · £4 · every ~10 min
68 · 7m · £8 · every ~9 min
21, 26 · 16m · every ~2 min

Blackpool South train station facilities and services

Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Blackpool South: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

LaytonLayton station, Bispham Road, Layton, Lancashire, FY2 0SX+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre

Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBlackpool North - Manchester Oxford Road, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly, Blackpool North - Bolton, Blackpool North - Stockport · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus14, 6, 400, 8 · 18m · £4 · every ~34 min
14, 11, 6, 8 · 21m · £4 · every ~34 min

Layton train station facilities and services

Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Layton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Layton: Parking.

Accessibility

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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