Swansea to Blackpool train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£80

Average price

£100

Fastest journey

5 h 26 m

Average duration

5 h 54 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

251 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 £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Swansea for Blackpool every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 7 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.

Transport for Wales
07:525h58
Swansea
13:50Blackpool
£801One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
07:545h56
Swansea
13:50Blackpool
£811One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
15:526h01
Swansea
21:53Blackpool
£811One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
04:575h26
Swansea
10:23Blackpool
£1271One-way
0 changes
Transport for Wales
04:436h07
Swansea
10:50Blackpool
£1291One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swansea to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £52.

Distance: 251 km

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Coach

£79

Average Price

£51

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 58m

Average total duration

8h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Transport for Wales

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

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Live departures

Swansea to Blackpool train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 06:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transport_for_wales07:52 Swansea
5h58
13:50 Blackpool0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
transport_for_wales04:43 Swansea
6h07
10:50 Blackpool0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast04:57 Swansea
5h26
10:23 Blackpool0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Blackpool

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Trains from Swansea to Blackpool run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
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 £27
Distance
251 km
Average train duration
5h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£52
Trains per day
15
Fastest train
5h 56m
First train
03:38
Last train
23:32
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 £27

Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, first_great_western from Swansea to Blackpool trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, first_great_western trains will get you between Swansea and Blackpool from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£37
Transport for Wales frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 26m
Cheapest Price
£90
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
£189
first_great_western frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Swansea to Blackpool train

FAQs: Travel by train from Swansea to Blackpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swansea to Blackpool.
FAQs
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 251 km.
To get from Swansea to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Swansea to Blackpool covers a distance of 251 km and takes approximately 5h 56m. Trains run 15 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Swansea to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £79.
The first train from Swansea to Blackpool leaves at 3:38.
The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Blackpool is by coach, costing approximately £27.
The last train from Swansea to Blackpool departs at 23:32.
The train station in Swansea that goes to Blackpool is Swansea station (SWA), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
Trains from Swansea to Blackpool run approximately 15 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.
There is no night train service from Swansea to Blackpool.
Yes, you can take the train from Swansea to Blackpool.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Blackpool

Swansea
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: on concourse
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swansea
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station

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