How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Blackpool start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Blackpool is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 105 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 1m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Blackpool route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Blackpool departs at 08:45. And the latest train departs at 19:07.

Train Birmingham to Blackpool from £18

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Birmingham to Blackpool on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 7m	11:14	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	09:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 8m	11:15	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	09:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 8m	11:15	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	09:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 8m	11:15	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	13:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 9m	15:16	Blackpool North	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Blackpool

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Blackpool. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

104 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £39	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £123	Average duration2h 8m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £20	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £17

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Blackpool by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Blackpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Blackpool start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Blackpool?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Blackpool is 2h 8m, covering a distance of 105 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 1m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Blackpool route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Blackpool?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Blackpool departs at 08:45. And the latest train departs at 19:07.

What's the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Blackpool?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 25m	Avg price£22	Daily departures12
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 8m	Avg price£19	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 10m	Avg price£19	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Birmingham and Blackpool is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £19 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £17. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Blackpool, choose the train, as it will take you from Birmingham to Blackpool in about 2h 8m – that's the fastest way to get there!