Preston to Blackpool train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Blackpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£3

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£5

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

21 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

21 m

Trains on 17 Sept

18

Distance

23 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Preston to Blackpool will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 18 trains from Preston to Blackpool, including 18 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 21 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 RailP24756
    13:490h36
    Preston station (PRE)
    14:25Blackpool South (BPS)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP24736
    8:410h43
    Preston station (PRE)
    9:24Blackpool South (BPS)
    £31One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89632
    8:350h23
    Preston station (PRE)
    8:58Blackpool North (BPN)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89548
    8:000h21
    Preston station (PRE)
    8:21Layton (LAY)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP24752
    12:490h36
    Preston station (PRE)
    13:25Blackpool South (BPS)
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Preston to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 23 km

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Driving

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

£7

Average Price

£5

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(fuel + tolls)

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

33m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Preston to Blackpool is a train with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Blackpool:

A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Preston to Blackpool costing on average £7.

The fastest way to travel from Preston to Blackpool is by train with an average journey time of 24m.

Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:

Coach takes on average 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Preston and Blackpool including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (24m by train vs 33m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £5). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Preston to Blackpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Preston to Blackpool trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89604
Delayed
23:27 0:27Preston station (PRE)
0h23
23:50 23:50Blackpool North (BPN)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89609
Delayed
23:58 0:58Preston station (PRE)
0h21
0:19 0:19Layton (LAY)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89609
Delayed
23:58 0:58Preston station (PRE)
0h25
0:23 0:23Blackpool North (BPN)
0 changesdirect
Thursday 17 September
Northern RailG895488:00 Preston station (PRE)
0h21
8:21 Layton (LAY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895488:00 Preston station (PRE)
0h27
8:27 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895528:29 Preston station (PRE)
0h21
8:50 Layton (LAY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895528:29 Preston station (PRE)
0h25
8:54 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG896328:35 Preston station (PRE)
0h23
8:58 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP247368:41 Preston station (PRE)
0h43
9:24 Blackpool South (BPS)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG889558:46 Preston station (PRE)
0h23
9:09 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895568:59 Preston station (PRE)
0h21
9:20 Layton (LAY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895568:59 Preston station (PRE)
0h25
9:24 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895609:30 Preston station (PRE)
0h23
9:53 Blackpool North (BPN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP247409:49 Preston station (PRE)
0h36
10:25 Blackpool South (BPS)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895649:59 Preston station (PRE)
0h21
10:20 Layton (LAY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2474410:49 Preston station (PRE)
0h36
11:25 Blackpool South (BPS)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8957310:58 Preston station (PRE)
0h21
11:19 Layton (LAY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2474911:49 Preston station (PRE)
0h36
12:25 Blackpool South (BPS)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8958111:59 Preston station (PRE)
0h21
12:20 Layton (LAY)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2475212:49 Preston station (PRE)
0h36
13:25 Blackpool South (BPS)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2475613:49 Preston station (PRE)
0h36
14:25 Blackpool South (BPS)0 changesdirect

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Northern Rail as well as Avanti West Coast or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Preston to Blackpool.
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Blackpool.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Preston to Blackpool.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston to Blackpool

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Trains from Preston to Blackpool run on average 19 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 36m.

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
23 km
Average train duration
24m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
19
Direct trains
19
Fastest train
36m
First train
0:15
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
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, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Blackpool from £2. 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
36m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£2
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

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
20m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£9
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
22m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
24 a day

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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.

Trains from Preston to Blackpool

Trains from Preston to Blackpool are operated by Northern Rail. The direct journey takes approximately 30 minutes with trains departing from two to six times an hour. The first train leaves at around 6:30 a.m. while the last departure is just after midnight. The service commences later on Sundays.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Preston to Blackpool?

Departure Station: Preston Station is a busy major terminal on the West Coast Main Line. It is located in the heart of the city and is just a short distance from the River Ribble. The station has both a car park and bicycle storage facilities while a taxi rank and bus stops for local services are outside the main entrance.

Arrival Station: Trains from Preston to Blackpool arrive at Blackpool North Station which is conveniently located for both the town centre, the beach and its tourist attractions. A taxi rank and bus stops are situated outside the main entrance while the antique Blackpool Tramway is a few hundred metres away. There is a car park at the station.

FAQs: Preston to Blackpool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 cost of a train ticket from Preston to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The train journey from Preston to Blackpool covers a distance of 23 km and takes approximately 36m. Trains run 19 per day.
The train distance from Preston to Blackpool is 23 km.
The first train from Preston to Blackpool leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Preston to Blackpool departs at 23:57.
Trains from Preston to Blackpool run approximately 19 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Blackpool.
Yes, there is a direct train between Preston and Blackpool. The service operates 19 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Preston to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Preston to Blackpool.
The train station in Preston that goes to Blackpool is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Blackpool is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Preston 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 Preston to Blackpool offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the Lancashire countryside, including fields and small towns, as the train approaches the vibrant seaside resort of Blackpool.
Yes, a day trip from Preston to Blackpool is feasible. The journey takes 36m with a distance of 23 km. There are 17 trains available per day.
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 Preston to Blackpool.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Blackpool

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

Departure train stations in Preston
Arrival train stations in Blackpool

Which Preston station do trains to Blackpool leave from?

Trains from Preston to Blackpool leave from Preston. The station is 1 km from Preston city centre at Fishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, United Kingdom.
PrestonFishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Preston from Preston city centre

Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus3, 2, 2A, 111, 111C · 13m · £8 · every ~36 min

Preston train station facilities and services

Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.

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