The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB)
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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€56 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h29 | 10:21 AM Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h09 | 11:21 AM Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:53 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h28 | 12:21 PM Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h10 | 1:21 PM Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h29 | 2:21 PM Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) | 1 transfer |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB)
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 11:57 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) start from as low as $31 (€25) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $68 (€56) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) from $21 (€17). 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB) 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 Pleasure Beach (BPB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Blackpool Pleasure Beach (BPB)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Car Park: No
- 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 Level access from Carlyle Avenue and 200 metre ramp footbridge links Ventnor Road to Carlyle Avenue near station entrance.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Burlington Road West (Outside the Henson Hotel towards Preston) & (Outside the Big Blue Hotel towards Blackpool South) approximately 120 yards from the station.
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
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