4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Blackpool
Cheapest price
$322
Average price
$322
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Blackpool will cost around $322 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $322.
Of the 1 trains that leave Guildford for Blackpool on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 332 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 33 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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.
5:50 AM5h33Guildford11:23 AMBlackpool$3221One-way0 transfers
- 5:50 AM5h33Guildford11:23 AMBlackpool$3221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Guildford to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$187 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $264 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Guildford to Blackpool:
A bus is $113 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Guildford to Blackpool costing on average $187 (€151).
A bus is $190 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Guildford to Blackpool costing on average $264 (€213).
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
You'll arrive about 1h 10m sooner (3h 27m by train vs 4h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $187 (€151) compared to roughly $89 (€72) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Guildford to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:50 AM Guildford | 5h33 | 11:23 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Blackpool run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $134 (€108) but you can travel from only $73 (€59) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€108) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Guildford to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Guildford and Blackpool from $73 (€59). 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 Guildford to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Guildford to Blackpool
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team.
- Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- 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 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Office- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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.
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