Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$17

Average price

$18

Fastest journey

1 h 31 m

Average duration

1 h 41 m

Trains per day

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) 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 Airport (MAN) will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Blackpool for Manchester Airport (MAN) on Sat, Jul 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.

10:28AM1h32

Blackpool

12:00PMManchester Airport (MAN)

$171One-way

0 transfers

05:30PM2h06

Blackpool

07:36PMManchester Airport (MAN)

$181One-way

0 transfers

09:29AM1h31

Blackpool

11:00AMManchester Airport (MAN)

$181One-way

0 transfers

11:27AM1h33

Blackpool

01:00PMManchester Airport (MAN)

$191One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€14 Average price	€9 Average price Cheapest
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN)

United Kingdom

Trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $9 (€7)

Distance

44 miles (71 km)

Average train duration

1h 28m

Cheapest ticket price

$9 (€7)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 32m

First train

03:57

Last train

19:53

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $9 (€7)

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) trains

For as little as $12 (€9) you can travel by train to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Blackpool with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Train information from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 1 h 31 min
Cheapest Price: $12
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 24 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets.. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $40

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $96
Virgin Trains frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN)

FAQs: Travel by train from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) 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 Manchester Airport (MAN).

Cheap train tickets from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) can start from as little as $12 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) is $20 (€16); 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) train time is 1 h 27 min covering the 44 mile (71 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 4: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 9: 30 PM.

Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the route from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) you can take a train with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Blackpool and Manchester Airport (MAN) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 30 PM.

A day trip to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Blackpool is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 27 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN) by train is June.

You have options as you can travel between Blackpool and Manchester Airport (MAN) 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Blackpool to Manchester Airport (MAN)

Blackpool

Manchester

Layton

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

information

Address

Layton station, Bispham Road, Layton, Lancashire, FY2 0SX

Phone Number

+44 8002006060

Distance to city center

2 km

Parking

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.

Blackpool North Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

information

Address

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

Phone Number

+44 8002006060

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