The average train between Northampton and Blackpool takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. 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 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want 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 Northampton station and arriving at Blackpool station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Northampton to Blackpool train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Northampton to Blackpool train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Northampton to Blackpool train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Northampton and Blackpool is 226.6 km. The road distance is 270 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Blackpool North via Rugby and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 14m.