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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester Airport to Blackpool will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Blackpool on Sun, Jan 11, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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€14 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Blackpool trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:17 AM Manchester Airport | 1h37 | 8:54 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:48 AM Manchester Airport | 1h32 | 9:20 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:48 AM Manchester Airport | 1h33 | 12:21 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 22:46 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Blackpool from $8 (€6). 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 Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester 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
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.
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
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