The average train between Wales and Blackpool takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Wales is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Blackpool station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Wales to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Wales to Blackpool train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Wales and Blackpool is 175.6 km. The road distance is 332 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Blackpool North via Crewe and Preston in around 4h 25m.