The average train between Hamilton and Blackpool takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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 Hamilton and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Blackpool station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Hamilton to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.
Hamilton to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Hamilton to Blackpool train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Hamilton and Blackpool is 225.8 km. The road distance is 315 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Two other operators also service this route.