The average train between Aberdare and Blackpool takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdare to Blackpool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aberdare and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdare is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Aberdare to Blackpool? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Aberdare station and arriving at Blackpool station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Aberdare to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.
Aberdare to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Aberdare to Blackpool train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Aberdare and Blackpool is 235.3 km. The road distance is 368 km.
You can take a train from Aberdare to Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 6h 3m.