The average train between Blackpool and Coatbridge takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Blackpool to Coatbridge. 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 4 times a day between Blackpool and Coatbridge. The earliest departure is at 8:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Coatbridge at 10:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Coatbridge. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Coatbridge station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Blackpool to Coatbridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Coatbridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
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The distance between Blackpool and Coatbridge is 235.8 km. The road distance is 327 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Three other operators also service this route.