The average train between Watford and Blackpool takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford 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 Watford and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Watford to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Blackpool station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Watford to Blackpool train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from London Euston station.
Watford to Blackpool train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Watford to Blackpool train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Watford and Blackpool is 299.4 km. The road distance is 390 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily.