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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Shrewsbury to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shrewsbury to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shrewsbury to Blackpool will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Shrewsbury to Blackpool you need to make at least one change.
6:463h07Shrewsbury9:53Blackpool£431One-way1 change- 7:493h02Shrewsbury10:51Blackpool£431One-way1 change
- 8:512h59Shrewsbury11:50Blackpool£431One-way1 change
- 9:542h56Shrewsbury12:50Blackpool£431One-way1 change
- 10:552h55Shrewsbury13:50Blackpool£431One-way1 change
- 18:212h15Shrewsbury20:36Blackpool£971One-way1 change
- 10:552h55Shrewsbury13:50Blackpool£431One-way1 change
- 12:552h55Shrewsbury15:50Blackpool£431One-way1 change
- 9:542h56Shrewsbury12:50Blackpool£431One-way1 change
- 11:542h56Shrewsbury14:50Blackpool£431One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Shrewsbury to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 125 km
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£46 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Shrewsbury to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Blackpool trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:54 Shrewsbury | 2h56 | 12:50 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 10:55 Shrewsbury | 2h55 | 13:50 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 11:54 Shrewsbury | 2h56 | 14:50 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 12:55 Shrewsbury | 2h55 | 15:50 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 13:53 Shrewsbury | 2h57 | 16:50 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 14:55 Shrewsbury | 2h58 | 17:53 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 15:52 Shrewsbury | 3h02 | 18:54 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 16:55 Shrewsbury | 2h58 | 19:53 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 17:49 Shrewsbury | 3h01 | 20:50 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 18:21 Shrewsbury | 2h15 | 20:36 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 18:56 Shrewsbury | 2h57 | 21:53 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 19:53 Shrewsbury | 3h00 | 22:53 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 21:01 Shrewsbury | 2h53 | 23:54 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 22:16 Shrewsbury | 3h07 | 1:23 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 22:27 Shrewsbury | 7h51 | 6:18 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 6:46 Shrewsbury | 3h07 | 9:53 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 7:49 Shrewsbury | 3h02 | 10:51 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 8:51 Shrewsbury | 2h59 | 11:50 Blackpool | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Shrewsbury to Blackpool run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 21:01 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Blackpool from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shrewsbury to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Blackpool
Most Shrewsbury to Blackpool trains use the Shrewsbury to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Layton. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
Shrewsbury train station facilities and services
Shrewsbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shrewsbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, 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 Shrewsbury arrive at?
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.
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.
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