If golden sandy beaches, thrilling rollercoasters, dazzling light shows and lively piers complete with amusement arcades and colourful carousels, are your idea of heaven, trains to Blackpool are just what you need. The popular British seaside resort has become a go-to for families, friends and couples seeking a fun-filled day out. And fun, it definitely is. Even better, with its well-connected train stations, you can travel to Blackpool from wherever your based. Ready? Book your train tickets to Blackpool today.
From buying a railcard to booking as a group, travelling at off-peak times and splitting your journey between multiple tickets, there are many ways you can find cheap train tickets to Blackpool. One of our top tips though, is to book your train to Blackpool in advance. Train operators release tickets up to 12 weeks in advance and the sooner you book them, the cheaper they’ll be. It’s also worth searching around and comparing different train providers as the tickets they offer can sometimes vary in price.
There are two main train stations in Blackpool; Blackpool North and Blackpool South. The former connects Blackpool with the rest of the UK, providing services to major cities across the country. Meanwhile, Blackpool South is used for more local short-distance services.
Trains to Blackpool are available from a wide range of cities across the UK, with Northern being one of the stations main operators. Popular routes include those from Manchester and Liverpool which take around 1 hour 30 minutes along with the 20-minute local service from Preston.
