The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$35
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$58
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 18
17
Distance
168 km
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 $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) without transferring at least once.
W34288+
G895757:07 PM2h18Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:25 PMBlackpool North (BPN)$351One-way1 transfer
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G895666:07 PM2h19Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:26 PMBlackpool North (BPN)$381One-way1 transfer
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G895486:05 AM2h22Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:27 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$381One-way1 transfer
W34144+
G895648:07 AM2h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:24 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$481One-way1 transfer
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G895567:07 AM2h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:24 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$481One-way1 transfer
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G895739:07 AM2h16Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:23 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$531One-way1 transfer
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G8959712:07 PM2h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:24 PMBlackpool North (BPN)$531One-way1 transfer
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G8958110:07 AM2h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:24 PMBlackpool North (BPN)$851One-way1 transfer
W34144+
G895648:07 AM2h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:24 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$481One-way1 transfer
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G8958911:07 AM2h17Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:24 PMBlackpool North (BPN)$851One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry 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 an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a ferry costs an average of $73.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN):
A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) costing on average $50.
A bus is $41 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) costing on average $73.
Other travel options to Blackpool North (BPN) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 45m.
Bus takes on average 4h 4m.
The journey is about 17m faster (2h 12m by train vs 2h 29m by car) and roughly $7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 vs $57). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W34144+ G89564 | On time 8:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 10:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
C01369+ G89573 | On time 9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h16 | 11:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W33941+ G89581 | On time 10:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 12:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W33935+ G89589 | On time 11:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 1:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34286+ G89597 | On time 12:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 2:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
C01372+ G89607 | On time 1:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h20 | 3:27 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34290+ G89617 | On time 2:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 4:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34292+ G89543 | On time 3:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 5:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34289+ G89550 | On time 4:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 6:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34287+ G89558 | On time 5:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 7:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34291+ G89566 | On time 6:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h19 | 8:26 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34288+ G89575 | On time 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h18 | 9:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
W34213+ G89548 | 6:05 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h22 | 8:27 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
W34046+ G89556 | 7:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h17 | 9:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 9:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Blackpool North (BPN) from $13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Blackpool North (BPN) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Blackpool North station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Blackpool North (BPN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: 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.
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