Swansea to Blackpool train with Transport for Wales

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2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 03 Jun

Cheapest price

£163

Average price

£163

Fastest journey

5 h 41 m

Average duration

5 h 41 m

Trains per day

1

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 £163 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £163.

Fast trains

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

  • Transport for Wales
    14:555h41
    Swansea
    20:36Blackpool North
    £1631One-way
    2 changes

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Compare train and coach for Swansea to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £163.

Distance: 326 km

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£164

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£56

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6h 4m

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5h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 55m

Average total duration

12h 25m

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Swansea to Blackpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Blackpool trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Transport for Wales14:55 Swansea
5h41
20:36 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 1 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £163 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 14:55. 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £56
Distance
326 km
Average train duration
5h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£163
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
5h 9m
First train
5:39
Last train
14:55
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £56

Train companies: Transport for Wales from Swansea to Blackpool trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Blackpool from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

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Average Duration
5h 9m
Cheapest Price
£163
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 £163, while the average price tends to be around £164.
The train from Swansea to Blackpool takes 5h 9m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Swansea to Blackpool is 326 km.
The first train from Swansea to Blackpool leaves at 5:39.
The last train from Swansea to Blackpool departs at 14:55.
Trains from Swansea to Blackpool run approximately 1 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swansea to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swansea to Blackpool.
To get from Swansea to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Blackpool.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Blackpool is by coach, costing approximately £56.
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 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.
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.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Blackpool.

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