The average train between Risca and Blackpool takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Risca 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 2 hours between Risca and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 7:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Risca is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Risca 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 Risca to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Risca station and arriving at Blackpool station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.
Risca to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.
Risca to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Risca to Blackpool train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Risca and Blackpool is 245.6 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Risca & Pontymister to Blackpool North via Newport (S Wales), Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 6m.