The average train between Blackpool and Cumbernauld takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Cumbernauld. 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 Cumbernauld. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Cumbernauld at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Cumbernauld station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Blackpool to Cumbernauld train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Cumbernauld train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Blackpool to Cumbernauld train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Cumbernauld is 244.4 km. The road distance is 332 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Three other operators also service this route.