Blackpool to Liverpool train

Trains from Blackpool to Liverpool: Journey Details

traveling from Blackpool to Liverpool by train between Monday and Saturday requires either one or two changes, depending on the service taken. Every service requires an initial change at Preston. From Preston, there are then either direct services to Liverpool available or indirect services which require one further change. Operated by Northern Rail, services between Blackpool and Preston are frequent and depart up to three times per hour. Direct services to Liverpool, also operated by Northern Rail, are available on Sundays only, with one departure every hour. The total journey time between Blackpool and Liverpool is just over 1.5 hours.

Taking the Train from Blackpool

Trains from Blackpool to Liverpool, either direct or indirect, depart from Blackpool North railroad station. Blackpool North is the largest of the two train stations in the seaside resort and is located in Talbot Road, near to the town centre. The nearest stop on the Blackpool tramway network is situated just a short walk away by the North Pier. The majority of the town centre bus services, operated by Blackpool Transport, stop very near to the station in Talbot Road.

Getting into Liverpool by Train

One of the major tourist destinations in the UK, Liverpool offers culture, a modern waterfront complex and great shopping. The Beatles remain a major draw for the city, with fans taking the opportunity to visit iconic locations such as the Cavern Club and Penny Lane. Trains from Blackpool to Liverpool arrive at Liverpool Lime Street, the city's main train station. There are a number of options for onward travel from Liverpool Lime Street by public transport. A cab rank is situated by the Skelhorne Street entrance to the station. Roe Street, the location of Liverpool's main bus station, is an approximate five-minute walk away.