The average train between Ely and Blackpool takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely 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 Ely and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ely 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 Ely to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Blackpool station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
Ely to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Blackpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Ely to Blackpool train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Blackpool is 271.4 km. The road distance is 350 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Blackpool North via Peterborough and Leeds in around 5h 22m.