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Cheap train tickets from Blackpool to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Oct 06

Cheapest

€38

Average

€54

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

07:18AM3h00

Blackpool North

10:18AMEdinburgh Waverley

€381One-way

1 transfer

05:29AM4h09

Blackpool South

09:38AMEdinburgh Waverley

€461One-way

1 transfer

07:30AM4h07

Blackpool South

11:37AMEdinburgh Waverley

€571One-way

1 transfer

09:29AM4h03

Blackpool South

01:32PMEdinburgh Waverley

€651One-way

1 transfer

05:00AM3h28

Blackpool North

08:28AMEdinburgh Waverley

€651One-way

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Blackpool to Edinburgh

	Distance	147 miles (237 km)
	Average train ticket price	$22 (€20)
	Train frequency	14 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 14 direct trains a day
	Train companies	Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express or Northern Rail

Trains from Blackpool to Edinburgh cover the 147 miles (237 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 37 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express or Northern Rail. Normally, there are 14 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $9 (€8), but the average price of train tickets is $22 (€20). Travelers depart most frequently from Blackpool North and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackpool to Edinburgh trains

Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackpool and Edinburgh from $9 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains between Blackpool and Edinburgh. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Cheapest Price: $9

Trains from Blackpool to Edinburgh: Journey Details

Travelers going from Blackpool to Edinburgh can depart from Blackpool North Station, Blackpool South Station and Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station. The regular travel time is approximately three and a half hours. The first train leaves from Blackpool to Edinburgh at around 05:00 a.m. and the last one just before 20:00 p.m. There are no peak times for this connection. The regular railway companies operating from Blackpool to Edinburgh are Northern Rail, Transpennine Express and Virgin Trains. Most train changes take place in Preston and from there passengers will travel directly to Blackpool. Travelers will arrive in Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Waverley Station or, after two changes, in Edinburgh Park Station.

Return trains from Edinburgh to Blackpool are also available.

Departing Blackpool by train

Blackpool is Britain's number one holiday resort, offering numerous amusement arcades, seven miles of beaches and promenade, three piers and an exciting nightlife. The two largest attractions are Pleasure Beach Blackpool, one of the top twenty most-visited amusement parks in the world, and Blackpool Tower, inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris. A perfect family trip would include a visit to Sea Life or Madame Tussauds, where you can see your favourite British celebrities.

Arriving in Edinburgh by train

Edinburgh is the second most visited city in the UK, popular sights include the city's medieval Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and the University of Edinburgh. Once in Edinburgh, you can also take part in The Scotch Whisky Experience to learn about the whisky making process and see the world's largest collection of Scotch Whisky. For a quiet afternoon, a visit to the Royal Botanic Garden is ideal.

FAQs: Trains from Blackpool to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Blackpool to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Blackpool to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Blackpool to Edinburgh can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Blackpool to Edinburgh is $22 (€20); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Blackpool to Edinburgh train travel time is 2 h 37 min for the 147 mile (237 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Blackpool to Edinburgh leaves at 7: 04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Blackpool to Edinburgh leaves at 9: 05 PM.

There are 14 trains a day from Blackpool to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express or Northern Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from Blackpool to Edinburgh you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express or Northern Rail. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Blackpool and Edinburgh on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 05 PM.

When departing from Blackpool, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Blackpool North, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Blackpool South. When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your route in train stations like Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Gateway.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Blackpool North, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Blackpool to Edinburgh by train is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Edinburgh from Blackpool including taking a bus, flight or train.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Blackpool

Edinburgh

Blackpool North is the most popular Blackpool railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Blackpool for your trip to Edinburgh.

Blackpool North Parking

Amenities at station

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Accessibility

Address

Blackpool North station, Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2AB

Phone Number

+44 8002006060

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

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Blackpool Pleasure Beach station, Burlington Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 1NY

Public transit options for Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Burlington Road West (Outside the Henson Hotel towards Preston) & (Outside the Big Blue Hotel towards Blackpool South) approximately 120 yards from the station.
Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile

Blackpool South Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Blackpool South station, Waterloo Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY4 2FA

Public transit options for Blackpool South

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile

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