Swansea to Blackpool train with first_great_western

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Great Western Rail
Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£165

Average price

£210

Fastest journey

5 h 17 m

Average duration

5 h 35 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

326 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swansea to Blackpool will cost around £210 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £165.

Fast trains

To travel from Swansea to Blackpool you need to make at least 2 changes.

Transport for Wales
09:275h49
Swansea
15:16Blackpool North
£1651One-way
2 changes
First Great Western Service
14:225h38
Swansea
20:00Blackpool North
£1871One-way
2 changes
First Great Western Service
05:575h17
Swansea
11:14Blackpool North
£2761One-way
2 changes

Live departures

Swansea to Blackpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Blackpool trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
first_great_western05:57 Swansea
5h17
11:14 Blackpool North2 changes
Transport for Wales09:27 Swansea
5h49
15:16 Blackpool North2 changes
first_great_western14:22 Swansea
5h38
20:00 Blackpool North2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Blackpool

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Trains from Swansea to Blackpool run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £166 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 14:22. The fastest train covers the 326 km distance in 5h 9m.

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
326 km
Average train duration
5h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£166
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
5h 9m
First train
05:52
Last train
14:22
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: first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Blackpool trainsfirst_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Blackpool from £166. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
£188
first_great_western frequency
1 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 9m
Cheapest Price
£165
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Swansea to Blackpool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £166, while the average price tends to be around £210.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Blackpool is by train, costing approximately £166.
To travel from Swansea to Blackpool, you can take a train.
Booking trains from Swansea to Blackpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Swansea to Blackpool is 326 km.
The train journey from Swansea to Blackpool covers a distance of 326 km and takes approximately 5h 9m. Trains run 2 per day.
The last train from Swansea to Blackpool departs at 14:22.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Blackpool.
The first train from Swansea to Blackpool leaves at 5:52.
Trains from Swansea to Blackpool run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Blackpool.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Blackpool.
The train journey from Swansea to Blackpool offers a scenic experience, with picturesque views of the Welsh countryside, the rolling hills of Cheshire, and glimpses of the coast near Liverpool.
For a fulfilling experience in Blackpool, spending 2 to 3 days allows enough time to explore its famous attractions, such as the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, while enjoying the seaside atmosphere.
A day trip from Swansea to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 9m, covering 326 km. Trains run 2 times per day.

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