The average train between Blackpool and Ashington takes 4h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Ashington. 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 Blackpool and Ashington. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Ashington at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Ashington? 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 Blackpool to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Ashington station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.
Blackpool to Ashington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Ashington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Blackpool to Ashington train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Ashington is 179.1 km. The road distance is 298 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Ashington via Preston, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 4h 33m.