The average train between Blackpool and Perth takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Perth. 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 Perth. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Perth at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Perth. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Perth station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Blackpool to Perth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Perth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Blackpool to Perth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Caledonian Sleeper and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Perth is 287.7 km. The road distance is 435 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Perth via Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 44m.