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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
168 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Blackpool North (BPN) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06:07AM2h17
Birmingham New Street (BHM)08:24AMBlackpool North (BPN)
$311One-way
0 transfers
05:05AM2h22
Birmingham New Street (BHM)07:27AMBlackpool North (BPN)
$381One-way
0 transfers
04:07PM2h19
Birmingham New Street (BHM)06:26PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$401One-way
0 transfers
01:07PM2h19
Birmingham New Street (BHM)03:26PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$421One-way
0 transfers
02:34PM5h02
Birmingham New Street (BHM)07:36PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$821One-way
0 transfers
06:07AM2h17
Birmingham New Street (BHM)08:24AMBlackpool North (BPN)
$311One-way
0 transfers
01:07PM2h19
Birmingham New Street (BHM)03:26PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$421One-way
0 transfers
04:07PM2h19
Birmingham New Street (BHM)06:26PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$401One-way
0 transfers
05:05AM2h22
Birmingham New Street (BHM)07:27AMBlackpool North (BPN)
$381One-way
0 transfers
09:07AM2h24
Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:31AMBlackpool North (BPN)
$841One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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€31 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:55 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W10524+ Y01778 | On time 3:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 5:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 5:05 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h22 | 7:27 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 8:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 3:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 5h02 | 7:36 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
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Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€14)
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 04:34 |
Last train 19:01 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€14)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Blackpool North (BPN) from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
$85 (€70)
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Blackpool North (BPN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) is 104 miles (168 km).
There is no high speed train available from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN).
A day trip from Birmingham New Street to Blackpool North is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 8m, which exceeds the 120-minute threshold. Train frequency is 7 per day.
The first train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) leaves at 4:34 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN).
The train journey from Birmingham New Street to Blackpool North offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with stretches of picturesque countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the industrial landscape, providing a varied visual experience.
The last train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) leaves at 7:01 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN). This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
Train ticket prices from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $19 (€15), while the average price is around $38 (€31).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) is by bus, with a cost of around $17 (€14).
The train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) takes 2h 8m and runs 7 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN).
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Birmingham
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transit options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your journey to Blackpool from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
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