The average train between Chester and Blackpool takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 Chester and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chester 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 Chester to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Blackpool station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Chester to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Chester to Blackpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Chester and Blackpool is 70.4 km. The road distance is 100 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Blackpool North via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston in around 1h 44m.