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The cheapest and fastest trains from Strood to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for 25 Dec
Cheapest price
£113
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
360 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strood to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strood to Blackpool will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £113.
Fast trains
To travel from Strood to Blackpool you need to make at least one change.
19:3511h51
Strood07:26Blackpool
£1131One-way
3 changes
06:015h49
Strood11:50Blackpool
£1331One-way
3 changes
07:125h38
Strood12:50Blackpool
£1331One-way
3 changes
08:115h39
Strood13:50Blackpool
£1331One-way
3 changes
09:055h45
Strood14:50Blackpool
£1331One-way
3 changes
16:053h55
Strood20:00Blackpool
£2141One-way
1 change
10:354h41
Strood15:16Blackpool
£2141One-way
1 change
06:314h43
Strood11:14Blackpool
£2141One-way
1 change
08:355h29
Strood14:04Blackpool
£2151One-way
3 changes
08:355h29
Strood14:04Blackpool
£1611One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Strood to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Strood to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:32 Strood | 5h36 | 11:08 Blackpool | 2 changes | |
| 06:01 Strood | 5h49 | 11:50 Blackpool | 3 changes | |
| 06:31 Strood | 4h43 | 11:14 Blackpool | 1 change | |
| 07:12 Strood | 5h38 | 12:50 Blackpool | 3 changes | |
| 07:31 Strood | 5h33 | 13:04 Blackpool | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strood to Blackpool
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Trains from Strood to Blackpool run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £115 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 360 km distance in 3h 55m.
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 360 km |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £115 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 19:58 |
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: Southeastern from Strood to Blackpool trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Strood and Blackpool from £115. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£114
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Strood to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strood 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.
Booking trains from Strood to Blackpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
The cost of a train ticket from Strood to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £115, while the average price tends to be around £173.
The cheapest way to get from Strood to Blackpool is by train, costing approximately £115.
The train distance from Strood to Blackpool is 360 km.
The train journey from Strood to Blackpool covers a distance of 360 km and takes approximately 3h 55m. Trains run 25 per day.
The train station in Strood that goes to Blackpool is Strood station (SOO), and it arrives at Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB).
The first train from Strood to Blackpool leaves at 5:19.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Strood to Blackpool.
Yes, you can take the train from Strood to Blackpool.
The last train from Strood to Blackpool departs at 19:58.
To travel from Strood to Blackpool, you can take a train.
Trains from Strood to Blackpool run approximately 25 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Strood to Blackpool.
There is no night train service from Strood to Blackpool.
The train journey from Strood to Blackpool offers a variety of landscapes, featuring picturesque countryside views, rolling hills, and charming villages, particularly as you travel through the North West of England. However, much of the journey also passes through urban and industrial areas, which may not be as scenic.
A day trip from Strood to Blackpool is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 55m. There are 25 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 360 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Strood and Blackpool
Strood
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Strood is Strood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Strood for your trip from Strood to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:45 - 14:00 Sunday 08:15 - 15:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 02:00 Saturday 05:00 - 02:00 Sunday 05:45 - 02:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform 1 and 2/3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Strood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool Pleasure Beach. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool Pleasure Beach for your journey to Blackpool from Strood.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool Pleasure Beach
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
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