The average train between Hartlepool and Blackpool takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 every 3 hours between Hartlepool and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 1:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Blackpool station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Hartlepool to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Hartlepool to Blackpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Hartlepool and Blackpool is 153.7 km. The road distance is 317 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Blackpool North via Carlisle and Preston in around 4h 9m.