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Blackpool to Kilmarnock trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Kilmarnock takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Kilmarnock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 34m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain train London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
  2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain train Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
4h 17m
£55–136

Blackpool to Kilmarnock train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Kilmarnock. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Kilmarnock at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 46m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 57m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Kilmarnock? 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.

Map of how to get from Blackpool to Kilmarnock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Kilmarnock via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 4h 17m.

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