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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
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 $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Blackpool on Wed, Jun 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 354 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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.
9:13 AM4h12London Gatwick Airport1:25 PMBlackpool$1071One-way0 transfers- 11:13 AM4h14London Gatwick Airport3:27 PMBlackpool$1401One-way0 transfers
- 6:13 PM4h34London Gatwick Airport10:47 PMBlackpool$1431One-way0 transfers
- 12:13 PM4h13London Gatwick Airport4:26 PMBlackpool$1431One-way0 transfers
- 9:13 AM4h12London Gatwick Airport1:25 PMBlackpool$1071One-way0 transfers
- 12:13 PM4h13London Gatwick Airport4:26 PMBlackpool$1431One-way0 transfers
- 11:13 AM4h14London Gatwick Airport3:27 PMBlackpool$1401One-way0 transfers
- 6:13 PM4h34London Gatwick Airport10:47 PMBlackpool$1431One-way0 transfers
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 $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $107.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$137 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 21m Average total duration 13h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool:
A bus is $80 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool costing on average $137 (€111).
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 51m.
You'll arrive about 1h 24m sooner (3h 22m by train vs 4h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $137 (€111) compared to roughly $96 (€78) 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
London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 9:13 AM London Gatwick Airport | 4h12 | 1:25 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:13 AM London Gatwick Airport | 4h14 | 3:27 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:13 PM London Gatwick Airport | 4h13 | 4:26 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Blackpool run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€87) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:13, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€87) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 8:13 AM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
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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 $19 (€16). 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
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- 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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