The average train between Wigan and Blackpool takes 52 min and the fastest train takes 37 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Wigan 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 every 30 minutes between Wigan and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Wigan is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 12:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 52 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Wigan station and arriving at Blackpool station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.
Wigan to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Wigan to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Wigan to Blackpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Wigan and Blackpool is 40.8 km. The road distance is 52 km.
You can take a train from Wigan North Western to Blackpool North via Preston in around 44 min.