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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
23 km
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 £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 3 trains that leave Preston for Blackpool every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.
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 prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 23 km
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Blackpool trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:59 Preston | 0h21 | 12:20 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Preston | 0h21 | 18:21 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Preston | 0h21 | 20:21 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 08:41 Preston | 0h43 | 09:24 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:49 Preston | 0h36 | 10:25 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Blackpool
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Trains from Preston to Blackpool run on average 20 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 21m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast from Preston to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast 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.
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Blackpool
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
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