The average train between Runcorn and Blackpool takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 11:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Blackpool station via Blackpool North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Runcorn to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Runcorn to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Runcorn to Blackpool train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Runcorn and Blackpool is 56.8 km. The road distance is 105 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 18m.