The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool
Cheapest price
$224
Average price
$224
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool will cost around $224 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $224.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €95.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€95 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:36 PM Gatwick Airport | 5h28 | 12:04 AM Blackpool | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:36 PM Gatwick Airport | 9h33 | 8:09 AM Blackpool | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
![]() | 5:19 AM Gatwick Airport | 5h49 | 11:08 AM Blackpool | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:16 AM Gatwick Airport | 4h58 | 11:14 AM Blackpool | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:36 AM Gatwick Airport | 5h28 | 12:04 PM Blackpool | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:36 AM Gatwick Airport | 5h28 | 1:04 PM Blackpool | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€95) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 11:13. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€95) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 07:25 |
Last train 11:13 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Blackpool from $30 (€24). 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 London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool
- 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
- 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
- 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
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