The average train between Northampton and Blackpool takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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 Northampton and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 13m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Preston station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Northampton to Blackpool train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Northampton to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Northampton and Blackpool is 226.6 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Blackpool North via Rugby, Crewe, and Preston in around 3h 50m.