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Science and Industry Museum
Major museum exploring Manchester’s role in science, technology and industry, with historic machinery and railway heritage on the oldest surviving passenger railway station site.
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Manchester will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 18 trains that leave Blackpool for Manchester on Sat, Jun 20, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
P24719 · G89861
G89861
P24699 · G89821
P24702 · G89825
G89863
G89833
G89857
G89863
G89861
G89836Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Manchester:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Manchester costing on average $14 (€12).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
The journey is about 6m faster (1h 11m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€12) vs $19 (€15)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Manchester trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P24702 · P28511+ W00587 | Delayed 3:35 PM 4:30 PMBlackpool South (BPS) | 1h38 | 6:08 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
G85359+ W84897 | 8:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h18 | 9:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
G89831 | 8:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h16 | 9:39 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24707 · G89833 | 8:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h39 | 10:09 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
G89833 | 8:55 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h14 | 10:09 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89836 | 9:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h14 | 10:39 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24710 · G89839 | 9:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h40 | 11:09 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
G89839 | 9:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h15 | 11:09 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24713 · G89847 | 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h39 | 12:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
P24716 · G89854 | 11:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h39 | 1:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
G89857 | 12:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h14 | 1:39 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24719 · G89861 | 12:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h39 | 2:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
G89861 | 12:55 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h14 | 2:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89863 | 1:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h14 | 2:39 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24722 · G89865 | 1:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h39 | 3:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
P24725 · G89817 | 2:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h39 | 4:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
P24699 · G89821 | 3:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h39 | 5:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Blackpool to Manchester run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Moderate by UK standards. Budget eats are easy to find, but central hotels and nightlife can be pricey.
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Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester -> Manchester City Centre, Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Blackpool to Manchester trains use the Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: 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.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: 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.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: 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.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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.
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