4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Skipton to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skipton to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skipton to Blackpool will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Skipton for Blackpool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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 Skipton to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skipton to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 70 km
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£33 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Skipton to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Skipton to Blackpool trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 05:44 Skipton | 3h25 | 09:09 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 07:01 Skipton | 3h06 | 10:07 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 08:04 Skipton | 3h04 | 11:08 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 08:45 Skipton | 3h19 | 12:04 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 04:45 Skipton | 3h35 | 08:20 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Skipton to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Skipton to Blackpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 20:47 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Skipton to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Skipton and Blackpool from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Skipton to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skipton 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 Skipton and Blackpool
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:20 Saturday 05:50 - 18:20 Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Platforms 1 and 2. Fairly steep ramps to Platforms 3 and 4.
- 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: Accepts Cash & Cards
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: between Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park at the front of the station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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 Level access from Carlyle Avenue and 200 metre ramp footbridge links Ventnor Road to Carlyle Avenue near station entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Burlington Road West (Outside the Henson Hotel towards Preston) & (Outside the Big Blue Hotel towards Blackpool South) approximately 120 yards from the station.
- 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
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