The average train between Cheltenham and Blackpool takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham to Blackpool. 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 Cheltenham and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Blackpool? 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 Cheltenham to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Blackpool station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Cheltenham to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Cheltenham to Blackpool train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Blackpool is 222.8 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Blackpool North via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 3h 47m.