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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Kirkham
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Kirkham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Kirkham will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 32 trains that leave Blackpool for Kirkham on Sun, May 10, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 13 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.
8:36 AM0h13Blackpool8:49 AMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers- 8:58 AM0h15Blackpool9:13 AMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 9:57 AM0h15Blackpool10:12 AMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 10:37 AM0h13Blackpool10:50 AMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 10:55 AM0h15Blackpool11:10 AMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 8:36 AM0h13Blackpool8:49 AMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 10:37 AM0h13Blackpool10:50 AMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 12:37 PM0h13Blackpool12:50 PMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 2:37 PM0h13Blackpool2:50 PMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
- 4:37 PM0h13Blackpool4:50 PMKirkham & Wesham$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Blackpool to Kirkham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Kirkham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Kirkham:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Kirkham costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Kirkham take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (16m by train vs 22m by car). Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Blackpool to Kirkham train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Kirkham trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:36 AM Blackpool | 0h13 | 8:49 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:58 AM Blackpool | 0h15 | 9:13 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:18 AM Blackpool | 0h49 | 10:07 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 1 transfer | |
| 9:57 AM Blackpool | 0h15 | 10:12 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:37 AM Blackpool | 0h13 | 10:50 AM Kirkham & Wesham | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Kirkham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackpool to Kirkham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Blackpool to Kirkham trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Blackpool and Kirkham from $4 (€3). 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 Kirkham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Kirkham 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 Kirkham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Blackpool to Kirkham
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- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Office- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, From Squires Gate Lane along lit passageway onto footbridge, down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. No wheelchair access
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is located on the station platform.
- 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: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops near Station entrance on Squires Gate Lane. (Station side for Preston, opposite side for Blackpool)
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