The average train between Melksham and Blackpool takes 6h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Melksham 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 4 hours between Melksham and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melksham is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 1:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Chippenham and take an average of 6h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Melksham 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 Melksham to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Melksham station and arriving at Blackpool station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.
Melksham to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Melksham to Blackpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Melksham to Blackpool train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Melksham and Blackpool is 278.6 km. The road distance is 386 km.
You can take a train from Melksham to Blackpool North via Chippenham, Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 5h 51m.