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Showtown Blackpool
Award-winning attraction charting Blackpool’s entertainment history through costumes, sets, and stories from dance, circus, and seaside shows.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$14
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$21
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 22 m
Trains on Sep 05
22
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Blackpool will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 22 trains from Liverpool to Blackpool, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
G89657 · P24759
G89635 · P24740
G89635
G89647
G89637 · P24742
G89639
G89635
G89643
G89647
W85187+
G89593Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Blackpool:
A train is $0.92 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Blackpool costing on average $15.
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 48m.
Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3. The journey takes 1h 21m versus 1h 17m 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.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85173+ G89560 | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h40 | 9:53 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
G89635 · P24740 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h46 | 10:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
G89635 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h18 | 9:57 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86232 · G89564+ W33563 | 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h39 | 10:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
P23874 · G89569+ G30568 | 8:58 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 1h53 | 10:51 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
G89639 · P24744 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h46 | 11:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
G89639 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h18 | 10:57 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P23878 · G89577+ G30575 | 9:58 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 1h52 | 11:50 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
G89643 · P24749 | 10:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h46 | 12:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
G89643 | 10:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h18 | 11:57 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P23883 · G89585+ G30581 | 10:58 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 1h52 | 12:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
G89647 | 11:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h19 | 12:58 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89647 · P24752 | 11:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h46 | 1:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
G86218 · G89589+ C01371 | 11:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h39 | 1:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
W85187+ G89593 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h38 | 1:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
G89652 · P24756 | 12:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h46 | 2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
G89657 · P24759 | 1:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h46 | 3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
G89662 · P24761 | 2:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h47 | 4:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
G89664 · P24729 | 3:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h46 | 5:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Blackpool run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Award-winning attraction charting Blackpool’s entertainment history through costumes, sets, and stories from dance, circus, and seaside shows.
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Famous seafront walk lined with illuminations, beaches, piers, and tram stops; the essential route for classic Blackpool views and atmosphere.
Popular beach area around the tower and piers, ideal for classic seaside scenes, sands, and quick access to central attractions.
Large historic park with boating lake, gardens, sports facilities, and broad paths, offering a calmer side of Blackpool beyond the seafront.
Fresh fish in crisp batter with chips, a classic Lancashire seaside staple and one of Blackpool's most iconic promenade meals.
Blackpool's famous fried potato slices, traditionally sold from promenade stalls and eaten hot with salt and vinegar.
A flaky pastry filled with minced beef and onion, long linked to Lancashire working-class food and northern seaside lunches.
Well-known traditional fish and chip shop serving classic seaside favourites in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Established Italian restaurant with polished service, hearty pasta and seafood dishes, and a more refined dining feel.
Popular seafront restaurant known for fish, seafood, and steaks in a smart but relaxed setting near North Pier.
Blackpool is usually cheaper than major UK tourist cities, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs, especially outside peak summer weekends.
Service is often included or optional. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up taxi fares; cafe tipping is optional.
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Blackpool North -> Blackpool Tower
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

Most Liverpool to Blackpool trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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 options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
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.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
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.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
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.
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