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Compare coach and train for Wednesbury to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wednesbury to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 156 km
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4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wednesbury to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wednesbury to Blackpool run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 20:57. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 4h 19m.
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.
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Coach from £26
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 5:39 |
Last train 20:57 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Complete guide to Blackpool
Things to do in Blackpool
Discover the best of Blackpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Blackpool trip today.
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Blackpool Tramway Heritage Museum
Working tram depot and transport museum displaying heritage trams and engineering history, ideal for understanding Blackpool's transport story.
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Madame Tussauds Blackpool
Local history museum in historic Marton with exhibits on farming, village life and Blackpool's growth beyond the seafront.
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Blackpool Promenade
Famous seafront promenade for walking, sea views, tram rides and easy access to piers, theatres and seasonal illuminations.
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Golden Mile
Traditional entertainment district around the Tower with arcades, theatres, shops and classic seaside atmosphere day and evening.
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Stanley Park
Large beachside park with boating lake, gardens, sports facilities and an art deco café building, popular with locals and families.
Fish and Chips
Fresh haddock or cod in crisp batter with chips. A classic Lancashire seaside staple, deeply tied to Blackpool’s promenade dining culture.
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Lancashire Hotpot
Lancashire cheese melted with potatoes and onions, often grilled on top. A hearty county dish long associated with working-class home cooking.
- Vegetarian
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Lancashire Cheese
Crumbly, tangy cow’s milk cheese from Lancashire. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods and often served with pies or salads.
Michael's on the Prom
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Yorkshire Fisheries
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The Bank Bar & Grill
Elegant restaurant serving modern British cooking in a calm setting. Known for carefully presented plates and a more refined evening meal.
British pound sterling (£)
Blackpool is usually cheaper than major UK city breaks, with lower hotel rates and casual dining. Transport costs are modest, especially if you mostly walk along the seafront.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
BPL Transport
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.60
To the city centre
Blackpool North -> Blackpool Tower
- Distance
- 1.1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless card and device payment is accepted for single fares and 1, 3 and 7 Day Saver tickets on Blackpool Transport buses and trams.
- Blackpool North Station is served by the tramway; every other tram serves Blackpool North Station, with North Pier close to Blackpool Tower.
FAQs: Wednesbury to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wednesbury 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Wednesbury to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £28, while the average price tends to be around £28.
The train journey from Wednesbury to Blackpool covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 4h 19m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Wednesbury to Blackpool is 156 km.
The first train from Wednesbury to Blackpool leaves at 5:39.
The last train from Wednesbury to Blackpool departs at 20:57.
Trains from Wednesbury to Blackpool run approximately 17 times per day.
To get from Wednesbury to Blackpool, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Wednesbury to Blackpool.
The train station in Wednesbury that goes to Blackpool is Bescot Stadium (BSC), and it arrives at Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Wednesbury to Blackpool is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Wednesbury 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 Wednesbury to Blackpool offers varied scenery, including industrial landscapes transitioning into picturesque countryside and coastal views as you approach Blackpool.
A day trip from Wednesbury to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 19m. However, there are 17 trains per day available for this route.
To fully enjoy Blackpool's attractions, including the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the Illuminations, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Wednesbury to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wednesbury and Blackpool
Most Wednesbury to Blackpool trains use the Bescot Stadium to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Wednesbury and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Wednesbury
Arrival train stations in Blackpool
Which Blackpool station do trains from Wednesbury arrive at?
Trains from Wednesbury to Blackpool most often arrive at Blackpool North. Some services arrive at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Blackpool arrival station.
Blackpool NorthBlackpool North station, Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2AB+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
MetroNearest tram stop half a mile
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: 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.
Blackpool Pleasure BeachBlackpool Pleasure Beach station, Burlington Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1NY
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackpool Pleasure Beach from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is 3 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus11 · 12m · £4 · every ~10 min
68 · 15m · £8 · every ~9 min
21, 26 · 23m · every ~2 min
Blackpool Pleasure Beach train station facilities and services
Blackpool Pleasure Beach has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool Pleasure Beach: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool Pleasure Beach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool Pleasure Beach: 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.
Blackpool SouthBlackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FA
City-centre transport
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus11 · 4m · £4 · every ~10 min
68 · 7m · £8 · every ~9 min
21, 26 · 16m · every ~2 min
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: 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.
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