The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Blackpool will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 4 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Blackpool every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.
17:322h53Wolverhampton20:25Blackpool£201One-way0 changes
7:312h54Wolverhampton10:25Blackpool£241One-way0 changes
8:311h53Wolverhampton10:24Blackpool£291One-way0 changes
11:321h52Wolverhampton13:24Blackpool£551One-way0 changes
11:321h52Wolverhampton13:24Blackpool£551One-way0 changes
8:311h53Wolverhampton10:24Blackpool£291One-way0 changes
17:322h53Wolverhampton20:25Blackpool£201One-way0 changes
7:312h54Wolverhampton10:25Blackpool£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wolverhampton to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 150 km
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2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Wolverhampton to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Blackpool trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:32 Wolverhampton | 1h52 | 14:24 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:19 Wolverhampton | 3h01 | 23:20 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:19 Wolverhampton | 3h05 | 0:24 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 7:31 Wolverhampton | 2h54 | 10:25 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Blackpool
Trains from Wolverhampton to Blackpool run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Wolverhampton to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Blackpool from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Wolverhampton to Blackpool
Virgin trains provide hourly services from Wolverhampton between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. with one change at Preston. From there, travellers connect to trains going to either Blackpool North or Blackpool South. Evening services are provided by Northern rail and CrossCountry between 8:00 p.m and 11:30 p.m. including one overnight train. On Sundays, trains run between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. and there is no overnight service on this day. Journeys take between 2 and 4 hours depending on connections.
FAQs: Wolverhampton to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wolverhampton and Blackpool
Most Wolverhampton to Blackpool trains use the Wolverhampton to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Wolverhampton and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wolverhampton station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Wolverhampton from Wolverhampton city centre
Wolverhampton train station facilities and services
Wolverhampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wolverhampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wolverhampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wolverhampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wolverhampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Wolverhampton arrive at?
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
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.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: 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.
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