The average train between Blackpool and Whaley Bridge takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Whaley Bridge. 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 Whaley Bridge. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Whaley Bridge at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Whaley Bridge station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Blackpool to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whaley Bridge station.
Book your Blackpool to Whaley Bridge train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Blackpool and Whaley Bridge is 88.8 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 35m.