Darlington to Blackpool train with Northern Rail

Wed, Jul 08
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Transpennine Express
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2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for Jul 08

Cheapest price

$136

Average price

$136

Fastest journey

3 h 23 m

Average duration

3 h 23 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

125 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darlington to Blackpool will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Blackpool on Wed, Jul 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .

On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.

  • Transpennine Express
    7:28 AM3h23
    Darlington
    10:51 AMBlackpool
    $1361One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Darlington to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. 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 $20, and a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 77 miles (125 km)

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Bus
Driving

$119

Average price

$39

Average price

Cheapest

$35

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 19m

Average total duration

3h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Northern Rail

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National Express

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.

The cheapest way to travel from Darlington to Blackpool is a bus with an average price of $39 (€32).

This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Blackpool:

A bus is $80 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Blackpool costing on average $119 (€97).

The fastest way to travel from Darlington to Blackpool is by train with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darlington and Blackpool including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Darlington to Blackpool among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $119 (€97) compared to roughly $35 (€29) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-83.29 (€-68.35). The journey takes 3h 9m versus 2h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Darlington to Blackpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Blackpool trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG16018+Northern RailG889586:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h29
10:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16018+Northern RailG88958 · P247406:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h50
10:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG16018+Northern RailP24044 · G895646:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h45
10:20 AM Layton (LAY)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG16018+Northern RailL89695 · G895606:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h18
9:53 AM Blackpool North (BPN)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24945+Northern RailL89698 · G895697:28 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h23
10:51 AM Blackpool North (BPN)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG15894+Northern RailG89573+London North Eastern RailwayC019497:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h44
11:19 AM Layton (LAY)2 transfers
Northern RailG88961 · P24744+London North Eastern RailwayC019497:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h50
11:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS)2 transfers
Northern RailG88961+London North Eastern RailwayC019497:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h29
11:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16013+Northern RailG88965 · P247498:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h50
12:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG16013+Northern RailP24052 · G895818:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h45
12:20 PM Layton (LAY)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG16013+Northern RailL89699 · G895778:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h15
11:50 AM Blackpool North (BPN)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG16013+Northern RailG889658:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h29
12:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24952+Northern RailG88969 · P247529:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h50
1:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24952+Northern RailP24056 · G895899:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h45
1:20 PM Layton (LAY)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24954+Northern RailG88974 · P2475610:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h50
2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24954+Northern RailP24059 · G8959710:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h45
2:20 PM Layton (LAY)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG15907+Northern RailP24062 · G8960711:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h47
3:22 PM Layton (LAY)2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG15907+Northern RailG88978 · P2475911:35 AM Darlington station (DAR)
3h50
3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darlington to Blackpool

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Trains from Darlington to Blackpool run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 03:06, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 3h 23m.

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 $20 (€17)
Distance
77 miles (125 km)
Average train duration
3h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$36 (€30)
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
3h 23m
First train
3:06 AM
Last train
11:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
2 days
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 $20 (€17)

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express from Darlington to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Darlington and Blackpool from $20 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

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
3h 29m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€30)
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

Transpennine Express

About
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. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 23m
Cheapest Price
$136 (€111)
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 26m
Cheapest Price
$119 (€98)
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
1 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
$65 (€53)
TransPennine Express frequency
15 a day

FAQs: Trains from Darlington to Blackpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Darlington to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $36 (€30), while the average price is around $119 (€97).
The train from Darlington to Blackpool takes 3h 23m and runs 16 per day.
The first train from Darlington to Blackpool leaves at 3:06 AM.
The distance by train from Darlington to Blackpool is 77 miles (125 km).
The last train from Darlington to Blackpool leaves at 11:27 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Darlington to Blackpool.
There is no direct train service currently available from Darlington to Blackpool.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Darlington to Blackpool.
The train station in Darlington that goes to Blackpool is Darlington station (DAR), which connects to Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Blackpool is by bus, with a cost of around $20 (€17).
The train journey from Darlington to Blackpool offers a mix of urban and rural views, with scenic highlights including the picturesque landscapes of the Pennines and glimpses of the Lancashire countryside.
A day trip from Darlington to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 23m. However, there are 13 trains per day. The distance is 77 miles (125 km).
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Blackpool is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the beachfront, while allowing time for leisure and entertainment.
Yes, you can take the train from Darlington to Blackpool.
Since neither Darlington nor Blackpool are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Blackpool include Manchester, Liverpool, Preston, Bolton, Wigan.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Darlington to Blackpool among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Blackpool, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the promenade and amusement arcades. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and unofficial ticket sellers near popular attractions. It's advisable to use licensed transport and official vendors to avoid these issues. Additionally, travelers should stay aware of their surroundings at night, particularly in less busy areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Darlington to Blackpool

Most Darlington to Blackpool trains use the Darlington to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Darlington
Arrival train stations in Blackpool

Which Darlington station do trains to Blackpool leave from?

Trains from Darlington to Blackpool leave from Darlington. The station is from Darlington city centre at Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA.
DarlingtonDarlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AAShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Darlington from Darlington city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement coach services depart from the station entrance

Darlington train station facilities and services

Darlington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Darlington.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Darlington.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Darlington.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Darlington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones, Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended, 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.

North RoadNorth Road (Darlington) station, Station Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 6STParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to North Road from Darlington city centre

North Road is 1 km from Darlington city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainDarlington - Bishop Auckland, Saltburn - Bishop Auckland · 3m · $1 · every ~2 min

North Road train station facilities and services

North Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at North Road.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at North Road: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at North Road: Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at North Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed there are 2 entrances to the staton, one is via steep steps 11 in total, the other is via a stepped ramps and about 40-50 metres in length, 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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