The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Birmingham
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Birmingham will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
It's difficult to get from Blackpool to Birmingham without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€38 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Blackpool to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L10911+ W01977 | On time 8:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h43 | 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L10911+ W01977 | On time 8:26 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h40 | 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L09139+ W01977 | On time 8:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h36 | 11:06 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L10921+ C72481 | On time 8:55 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h01 | 11:56 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Y25311+ W01976 | On time 9:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h41 | 12:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Y25311+ W01976 | On time 9:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h38 | 12:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L09124+ W01976 | On time 9:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h37 | 12:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L10136+ C72484 | On time 9:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h02 | 12:56 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L11058+ W01975 | On time 10:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h41 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L11058+ W01975 | On time 10:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h38 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L08759+ W01975+ W05835 · W07984 | On time 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h01 | 1:31 PM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 3 transfers | |
L08759+ W01975 | On time 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h36 | 1:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L10924+ L02341 | On time 11:27 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h39 | 2:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L09205+ L02341 | On time 11:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h36 | 2:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L02341 | On time 11:51 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h15 | 2:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25260+ W02944 | On time 12:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 2h38 | 3:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
L08067+ W02944 | On time 12:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 2h36 | 3:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
Y25312+ W02943 | On time 1:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 2h38 | 4:06 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Birmingham
Trains from Blackpool to Birmingham run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:51, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 01:51 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), West Midlands Trains from Blackpool to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Blackpool and Birmingham from $18 (€15). 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 Blackpool to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Blackpool to Birmingham
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- 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
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- 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
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- 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
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 18:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 09:00 - 17:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus layby on Birchfield Road near to station entrance for both directions
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