Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€10
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€20
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 10 m
Trains on Nov 04
55
Distance
66 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 55 trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 37 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 57m.

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 €5

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Journey facts

  • Distance41 miles (66 km)
  • Average train duration1h 14m
  • Cheapest ticket price€6
  • Trains per day9
  • Direct trains6
  • Fastest train57m
  • First train3:59 AM
  • Last train10:22 PM
  • Cheapest MonthJul
  • Cheapest DayMon
  • High SeasonApr - Jun
  • Low SeasonOct - Dec
  • Busiest DaySun
  • Least Busy DayWed
  • Best time to book21 days

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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 €5

Frequently asked questions about your Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Train ticket prices from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €6, while the average price is around €18.
The train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) takes 57m and runs 9 per day.
The distance by train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 41 miles (66 km).
The first train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 3:59 AM.
The last train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 10:22 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.

Live departures

Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailG898164:59 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h16
6:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898185:22 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
6:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastW34004_W34251+Northern RailG898775:35 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
6:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898205:55 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
7:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89147+Transpennine ExpressW848786:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h22
7:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898226:22 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
7:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898246:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
8:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89153+Transpennine ExpressW848937:05 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h22
8:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898267:21 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h24
8:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898287:53 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h22
9:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88963+Transpennine ExpressW848968:19 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h07
9:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898318:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h22
9:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898338:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
10:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88967+Transpennine ExpressW848999:19 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h07
10:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898369:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
10:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898399:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
11:15 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89171+Transpennine ExpressW8490110:05 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
11:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG8984310:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
11:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8984710:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h22
12:16 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88976+Transpennine ExpressW8490311:19 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h07
12:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG8985011:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
12:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8985411:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
1:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89163+Transpennine ExpressW8490712:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
1:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG8985712:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
1:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8986112:55 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
2:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89169+Transpennine ExpressW849081:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
2:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898631:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
2:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898651:54 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
3:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89176+Transpennine ExpressW849122:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
3:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898672:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
3:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898172:54 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
4:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89150+Transpennine ExpressW849153:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
4:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898193:23 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h22
4:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898213:54 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
5:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89149+Transpennine ExpressW849184:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
5:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898234:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
5:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898254:54 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
6:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89155+Transpennine ExpressW849225:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
6:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898275:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
6:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898305:56 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h20
7:16 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89161+Transpennine ExpressW849236:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
7:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898326:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
7:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898346:58 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h17
8:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89167+Transpennine ExpressW848737:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
8:28 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898387:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
8:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898417:58 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h17
9:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89173+Transpennine ExpressW849288:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h21
9:26 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898458:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
9:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG898498:58 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h17
10:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89178+Transpennine ExpressW849329:09 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h15
10:24 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG898529:21 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h26
10:47 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG896719:56 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h14
11:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88947+Transpennine ExpressW8487710:02 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h23
11:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Northern RailG8985610:23 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h22
11:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8985911:22 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1h19
12:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect

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Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express offer trains services from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Train companies

Train companies from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Northern Rail and Transpennine Express. High-speed trains available on this route with Transpennine Express. Regional trains available on this route with Northern Rail. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€6
Northern Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
57m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€12
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Blackpool North (BPN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.

FAQs: Trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Blackpool North (BPN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool North (BPN) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Blackpool
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Blackpool NorthBlackpool North station, Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2AB+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
MetroNearest tram stop half a mile

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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Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Blackpool North (BPN)

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