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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Blackpool
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Oct
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£82
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£82
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
7 h 59 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
7 h 59 m
Trains on 01 Oct
1
Distance
390 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Blackpool will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Fast trains
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 1 trains from Plymouth to Blackpool, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 59 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.
8:277h59Plymouth16:26Blackpool£821One-way0 changes
- 8:277h59Plymouth16:26Blackpool£821One-way0 changes
Live departures
Plymouth to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Blackpool trains for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:25 Plymouth | 8h25 | 12:50 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 6:05 Plymouth | 6h19 | 12:24 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:27 Plymouth | 7h23 | 14:50 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:27 Plymouth | 8h26 | 21:53 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Plymouth to Blackpool and enjoy the approximately 390 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 17:45.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £58
Distance 390 km |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 17:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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 £58
Complete guide to Blackpool
Things to do in Blackpool
Discover the best of Blackpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackpool trip today.
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Blackpool Tramway Heritage Museum
Working tram depot and transport museum displaying heritage trams and engineering history, ideal for understanding Blackpool's transport story.
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Madame Tussauds Blackpool
Local history museum in historic Marton with exhibits on farming, village life and Blackpool's growth beyond the seafront.
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Blackpool Promenade
Famous seafront promenade for walking, sea views, tram rides and easy access to piers, theatres and seasonal illuminations.
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Golden Mile
Traditional entertainment district around the Tower with arcades, theatres, shops and classic seaside atmosphere day and evening.
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Stanley Park
Large beachside park with boating lake, gardens, sports facilities and an art deco café building, popular with locals and families.
Fish and Chips
Fresh haddock or cod in crisp batter with chips. A classic Lancashire seaside staple, deeply tied to Blackpool’s promenade dining culture.
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Lancashire Hotpot
Lancashire cheese melted with potatoes and onions, often grilled on top. A hearty county dish long associated with working-class home cooking.
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Lancashire Cheese
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Michael's on the Prom
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Yorkshire Fisheries
Lively traditional fish and chip shop near the seafront, known for classic suppers, generous portions and a nostalgic Blackpool atmosphere.
The Bank Bar & Grill
Elegant restaurant serving modern British cooking in a calm setting. Known for carefully presented plates and a more refined evening meal.
British pound sterling (£)
Blackpool is usually cheaper than major UK city breaks, with lower hotel rates and casual dining. Transport costs are modest, especially if you mostly walk along the seafront.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
BPL Transport
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.60
To the city centre
Blackpool North -> Blackpool Tower
- Distance
- 1.1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless card and device payment is accepted for single fares and 1, 3 and 7 Day Saver tickets on Blackpool Transport buses and trams.
- Blackpool North Station is served by the tramway; every other tram serves Blackpool North Station, with North Pier close to Blackpool Tower.
FAQs: Plymouth to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 train distance from Plymouth to Blackpool is 390 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Blackpool leaves at 4:59.
The last train from Plymouth to Blackpool departs at 17:45.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Blackpool.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Blackpool is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
Booking trains from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Blackpool offers a mix of scenic views, including the rugged coastline of Devon and Cornwall, rolling countryside, and glimpses of the Bristol Channel, providing a picturesque experience along parts of the route.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Plymouth to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Blackpool
Most Plymouth to Blackpool trains use the Plymouth to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Plymouth
Arrival train stations in Blackpool
Which Plymouth station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Trains from Plymouth to Blackpool leave from Plymouth. The station is 1 km from Plymouth city centre at Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB.
PlymouthPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Bus13, 2, 170 · 4m · £2 · every ~11 min
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Plymouth arrive at?
Trains from Plymouth 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 8002006060
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 2FA
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 · £5 · 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 8002006060
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 · £5 · every ~34 min
14, 11, 6, 8 · 21m · £5 · 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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