The average train between Watford and Blackpool takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. 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 1:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Central and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Watford 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 Watford to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Preston station via Milton Keynes Central station and Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Watford to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between Watford and Blackpool is 299.4 km. The road distance is 351 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Blackpool North via Milton Keynes Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 3h 33m.