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The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornaby to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for 12 Nov
Cheapest price
£106
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
139 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornaby to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornaby to Blackpool will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £106.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Thornaby for Blackpool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
04:534h11
Thornaby09:04Blackpool
£1061One-way
0 changes
04:534h11
Thornaby09:04Blackpool
£1061One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Thornaby to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Thornaby to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 139 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£91 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thornaby to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Thornaby to Blackpool trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:50
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C26868+Y02399 | On time 07:21 Thornaby station (TBY) | 3h43 | 11:04 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| C26868+Y02399 · Y03282 | On time 07:21 Thornaby station (TBY) | 4h04 | 11:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
| Y05568+C27200+G31091 · Y02569 | On time 07:55 Thornaby station (TBY) | 3h55 | 11:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 changes | |
| C26862+Y02410 · Y02768 | On time 08:26 Thornaby station (TBY) | 3h59 | 12:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
| C26862+Y02410 | On time 08:26 Thornaby station (TBY) | 3h38 | 12:04 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| Y06648+C26363+G31092 · Y02131 | On time 08:53 Thornaby station (TBY) | 3h57 | 12:50 Blackpool North (BPN) | 3 changes | |
| C26856+Y02417 | On time 09:25 Thornaby station (TBY) | 3h39 | 13:04 Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 change | |
| C26856+Y01394 · Y03276 | On time 09:25 Thornaby station (TBY) | 4h00 | 13:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
| C26850+Y02404 · Y03210 | On time 10:26 Thornaby station (TBY) | 3h59 | 14:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
| C26844+Y02429 · Y03258 | On time 11:24 Thornaby station (TBY) | 4h01 | 15:25 Blackpool South (BPS) | 2 changes | |
| 04:53 Thornaby | 4h11 | 09:04 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thornaby to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Thornaby to Blackpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 3h 39m.
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 £18
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 19:54 |
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 £18
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Thornaby to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Thornaby and Blackpool from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Cheapest Price
£25
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Thornaby to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornaby 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.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
To get from Thornaby to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Thornaby 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 Thornaby to Blackpool is 139 km.
The train journey from Thornaby to Blackpool covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 3h 39m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Thornaby to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £91.
The first train from Thornaby to Blackpool leaves at 4:55.
The cheapest way to get from Thornaby to Blackpool is by coach, costing approximately £18.
The last train from Thornaby to Blackpool departs at 19:54.
Trains from Thornaby to Blackpool run approximately 7 times per day.
The train station in Thornaby that goes to Blackpool is Thornaby station (TBY), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Thornaby to Blackpool.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Thornaby to Blackpool.
There is no night train service from Thornaby to Blackpool.
Yes, you can take the train from Thornaby to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thornaby and Blackpool
Thornaby
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Thornaby is Thornaby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornaby for your trip from Thornaby to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:45 Saturday 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:15 Holidays: Boxing Day, Christmas Day Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: A unisex toilet is available in the station building during booking office opening hours only. (Includes disabled and baby changing facilities).
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach road opposite the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thornaby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches will pick up / drop off at the bus stops on Station Street due to the station car park not being wide enough for a coach to turn around in. Station Street is the road which runs parallel to the station access road and can be reached by using the footbridge on the station approach road.
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your journey to Blackpool from Thornaby.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost 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
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Layton
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
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