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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Motherwell
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Motherwell will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
It's difficult to get from Blackpool to Motherwell without transferring at least once.
4:59 AM3h01Blackpool8:00 AMMotherwell$1001One-way1 transfer- 7:21 AM2h56Blackpool10:17 AMMotherwell$1001One-way1 transfer
- 8:23 AM2h50Blackpool11:13 AMMotherwell$1001One-way1 transfer
- 9:25 AM2h57Blackpool12:22 PMMotherwell$1001One-way1 transfer
- 11:24 AM2h55Blackpool2:19 PMMotherwell$1001One-way1 transfer
- 12:25 PM2h34Blackpool2:59 PMMotherwell$2161One-way1 transfer
- 2:25 PM2h35Blackpool5:00 PMMotherwell$2161One-way1 transfer
- 1:05 PM2h41Blackpool3:46 PMMotherwell$2161One-way1 transfer
- 10:05 AM2h42Blackpool12:47 PMMotherwell$2161One-way1 transfer
- 4:22 PM2h43Blackpool7:05 PMMotherwell$2161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Blackpool to Motherwell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Motherwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $462.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $462 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to Motherwell:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to Motherwell costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $430 (€353) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Blackpool to Motherwell costing on average $462 (€379).
Other travel options to Motherwell take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
Flight takes on average 4h 30m.
The journey is about 8m faster (2h 56m by train vs 3h 4m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 (€50) vs $64 (€52)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Blackpool to Motherwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Motherwell trains for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:23 AM Blackpool | 2h50 | 10:13 AM Motherwell | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 23 | |||||
| 4:59 AM Blackpool | 3h01 | 8:00 AM Motherwell | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Motherwell
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Trains from Blackpool to Motherwell run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 8:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Motherwell trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Motherwell from $32 (€26). 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 Motherwell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Motherwell 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 Motherwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Blackpool to Motherwell
Most Blackpool to Motherwell trains use the Blackpool North to Motherwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Motherwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackpool station do trains to Motherwell leave from?
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North 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
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Motherwell station do trains from Blackpool arrive at?
Getting to Motherwell from Motherwell city centre
Motherwell train station facilities and services
Motherwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Motherwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Motherwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Motherwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Motherwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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