The average train between Preston and Blackpool takes 23 min and the fastest train takes 20 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Preston 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 20 minutes between Preston and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 9:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 10:06 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 23 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Blackpool station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 23 min.
Preston to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Preston to Blackpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Preston and Blackpool is 23.5 km. The road distance is 28 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Blackpool North every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 22 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily.
