The average train between Shildon and Blackpool takes 4h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Shildon 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 Shildon and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shildon is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Shildon 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 Shildon to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Shildon station and arriving at Blackpool station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.
Shildon to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Darlington station.
Shildon to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Shildon to Blackpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Shildon and Blackpool is 128.8 km. The road distance is 252 km.
You can take a train from Shildon to Blackpool North via Darlington and Leeds in around 4h 21m.