The average train between Blackpool and Walsall takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Walsall. 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 Walsall. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Walsall at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Walsall? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Walsall. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Walsall station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Blackpool to Walsall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Walsall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Blackpool to Walsall train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Blackpool and Walsall is 154.2 km. The road distance is 211 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 48m.