The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Blackpool every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 51 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.
9:135h51Stansted Mountfitchet15:04Blackpool£441One-way0 changes
8:174h07Stansted Mountfitchet12:24Blackpool£1111One-way0 changes
8:174h07Stansted Mountfitchet12:24Blackpool£1111One-way0 changes
9:135h51Stansted Mountfitchet15:04Blackpool£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 305 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£100 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:17 Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h10 | 15:27 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 19:22 |
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FAQs: Stansted Mountfitchet to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet and Blackpool
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- 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
- 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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