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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Lancaster
Showing times and prices for Nov 28
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Lancaster will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Blackpool for Lancaster on Fri, Nov 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
08:19AM0h49
Blackpool09:08AMLancaster
$261One-way
0 transfers
09:30AM1h25
Blackpool10:55AMLancaster
$261One-way
0 transfers
08:54AM0h56
Blackpool09:50AMLancaster
$261One-way
0 transfers
08:19AM0h49
Blackpool09:08AMLancaster
$261One-way
0 transfers
08:54AM0h56
Blackpool09:50AMLancaster
$261One-way
0 transfers
09:30AM1h25
Blackpool10:55AMLancaster
$261One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackpool to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Lancaster trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:50 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:19 AM Blackpool | 0h49 | 9:08 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:54 AM Blackpool | 0h56 | 9:50 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Blackpool | 1h25 | 10:55 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Northern Rail (3) operates all train services from Blackpool to Lancaster. Omio is the only official third party seller for Northern Rail (3) tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Blackpool to Lancaster.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackpool to Lancaster run on average 13 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 49m.
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
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 02:06 |
Last train 23:26 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Blackpool to Lancaster trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Blackpool and Lancaster from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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 Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
12 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
FAQs: Trains from Blackpool to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Lancaster 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 Lancaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Typically, a 2 to 3-day stay in Lancaster is sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Lancaster Castle, the Ashton Memorial, and the Lancaster City Museum, as well as to enjoy the local dining and shopping experiences.
There is no high speed train available from Blackpool to Lancaster.
Yes, you can take the train from Blackpool to Lancaster.
Train ticket prices from Blackpool to Lancaster can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $25 (€21).
The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Lancaster is by train, with a cost of around $12 (€10).
The train from Blackpool to Lancaster takes 49m and runs 13 per day.
Yes, a day trip from Blackpool to Lancaster is feasible. The journey takes 49m, covering 19 miles (31 km). There are 13 train trips available per day.
The train station in Blackpool that goes to Lancaster is Blackpool North (BPN), which connects to Lancaster station (LAN).
The train journey from Blackpool to Lancaster offers scenic views of the Lancashire countryside, featuring rolling hills and glimpses of the coastline, making it a pleasant and picturesque trip.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Blackpool to Lancaster.
The distance by train from Blackpool to Lancaster is 19 miles (31 km).
The first train from Blackpool to Lancaster leaves at 2:06 AM.
The last train from Blackpool to Lancaster leaves at 11:26 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Blackpool to Lancaster.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Blackpool to Lancaster
Blackpool
Lancaster
The major train station for departures in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your trip from Blackpool to Lancaster.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 Level access from Carlyle Avenue and 200 metre ramp footbridge links Ventnor Road to Carlyle Avenue near station entrance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transit options for Layton
- 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transit options for Squires Gate
- 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Lancaster is Lancaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lancaster for your journey to Lancaster from Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Lancaster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
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