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9:226h23Portsmouth15:45Blackpool£1201One-way0 changes- 7:226h02Portsmouth13:24Blackpool£1201One-way0 changes
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- 9:226h23Portsmouth15:45Blackpool£1201One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Portsmouth to Blackpool
The cheapest option from Portsmouth to Blackpool is coach, with an average price of £35. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Blackpool among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 361 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£116 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest option | £127 Average Price |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest option 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Portsmouth to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Blackpool trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W33738+ P24756+ L79582 | On time 8:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h34 | 14:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 changes | |
| W33738+L79582+G89597+L81676 | Delayed 10:30 8:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h33 | 14:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 4 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33738+G89597+L79582 | On time 8:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h33 | 14:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 changes | |
| Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+W33738+P24756+L81676 | On time 8:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h34 | 14:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 4 changes | |
| W33773+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+P24759+L79600 | Delayed 11:30 9:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h34 | 15:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 changes | |
| Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+W33773+P24759+L81693 | On time 9:51 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h34 | 15:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 4 changes | |
| W33574+G89550+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+L79659 | Delayed 14:30 12:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h35 | 18:26 Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 changes | |
| W33574+L79659+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+P24734 | Delayed 14:30 12:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h35 | 18:26 Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 changes | |
| W33543+L79679+G89558+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | Delayed 15:30 13:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h35 | 19:26 Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 changes | |
| W33543+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+L79679+P24738 | Delayed 15:30 13:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h34 | 19:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 changes | |
| W33717+G89566+L79699+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | Delayed 16:30 14:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h35 | 20:26 Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 changes | |
| W33717+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+P24742+L79699 | Delayed 16:30 14:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h34 | 20:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 changes | |
| W33709+L79719+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+P24746 | Delayed 17:30 15:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h34 | 21:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 changes | |
| W33759+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+P24754+L79739 | Delayed 18:28 16:51Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 6h32 | 23:23 Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Blackpool
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Typically, there are 15 trains per day from Portsmouth to Blackpool, including direct trains, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 5h 28m.
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Lowest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 20:30 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway from Portsmouth to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, South Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth and Blackpool from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Blackpool
Most Portsmouth to Blackpool trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Blackpool South station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool North. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Portsmouth Harbour from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth Harbour is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth Harbour train station facilities and services
Portsmouth Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth Harbour. ATMs are available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth Harbour: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Fratton from Portsmouth city centre
Fratton is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Fratton train station facilities and services
Fratton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fratton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fratton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fratton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fratton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fratton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fratton: 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Portsmouth arrive at?
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
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.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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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