The average train between Blackpool and Croydon takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Croydon. 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 Croydon. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Croydon at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Croydon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Blackpool to Croydon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Croydon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Blackpool to Croydon train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Croydon is 336 km. The road distance is 385 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.