The cheapest and fastest trains from Wrexham to Blackpool
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wrexham to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wrexham to Blackpool will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wrexham 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 86 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
8:283h22Wrexham11:50Blackpool£491One-way0 changes
8:283h22Wrexham11:50Blackpool£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Wrexham to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wrexham to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 86 km
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£48 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wrexham to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Wrexham to Blackpool trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:16 Wrexham | 3h09 | 12:25 Blackpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wrexham to Blackpool
Trains from Wrexham to Blackpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 21:03 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Wrexham to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Wrexham and Blackpool from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wrexham to Blackpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wrexham 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 Wrexham and Blackpool
Most Wrexham to Blackpool trains use the Wrexham General to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Wrexham and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wrexham station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Wrexham Central from Wrexham city centre
Wrexham Central train station facilities and services
Wrexham Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wrexham Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wrexham Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Wrexham General from Wrexham city centre
Wrexham General train station facilities and services
Wrexham General has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham General.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wrexham General.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wrexham General. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Wrexham General: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wrexham General: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham General: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Wrexham 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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