London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool train

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Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Cheapest

$80

Average

$90

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

10:10AM4h15

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

02:25PMBlackpool

$801One-way

0 transfers

08:13AM4h12

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

12:25PMBlackpool

$1011One-way

0 transfers

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West Coast	10:10AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)	4h15	02:25PM Blackpool	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast	08:13AM London Gatwick Airport (LGW)	4h12	12:25PM Blackpool	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Fastest Journey

4 h 12 m

Average

4 h 13 m

Trains per day

Distance

354 km

Of the 2 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for Blackpool every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:13AM4h12

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

12:25PMBlackpool

$1011One-way

0 transfers

10:10AM4h15

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

02:25PMBlackpool

$801One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool

Distance	219 miles (353 km)
Average train duration	4 h 12 min
Average train ticket price	$115 (€98)
Train frequency	16 a day
Direct train	No
Train providers	Avanti West Coast or Thameslink

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool cover the 219 miles (353 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 12 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or Thameslink. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $115 (€98), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $80 (€69).

Train providers: Virgin Trains and Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool trains

You can travel by train to Blackpool from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with Virgin Trains and Thameslink for as low as $72 (€62). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $72

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: $362
Thameslink frequency: 12 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool can start from as little as $80 (€69) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool is $115 (€98); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool train travel time is 4 h 12 min for the 219 mile (353 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool leaves at 7: 13 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool leaves at 7: 06 PM.

There are 16 trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool, you can count on Avanti West Coast or Thameslink for the best way to get you to Blackpool. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 06 PM.

A trip to Blackpool from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 12 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Blackpool is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Blackpool from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) including taking a train or bus.