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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS)
Showing times and prices for May 28
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
70 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) without transferring at least once.
G89040 · P247275:29 AM1h56Manchester Airport (MIA)7:25 AMBlackpool South (BPS)$101One-way1 transfer- G89587 · P247549:17 PM2h06Manchester Airport (MIA)11:23 PMBlackpool South (BPS)$111One-way1 transfer
- G89542 · P247325:48 AM2h36Manchester Airport (MIA)8:24 AMBlackpool South (BPS)$141One-way1 transfer
- G89579 · P247518:17 PM2h08Manchester Airport (MIA)10:25 PMBlackpool South (BPS)$161One-way1 transfer
- G89548 · P247366:48 AM2h36Manchester Airport (MIA)9:24 AMBlackpool South (BPS)$161One-way1 transfer
- G89042 · P247367:29 AM1h55Manchester Airport (MIA)9:24 AMBlackpool South (BPS)$231One-way1 transfer
- G89051 · P247591:29 PM1h56Manchester Airport (MIA)3:25 PMBlackpool South (BPS)$281One-way1 transfer
- G89040 · P247275:29 AM1h56Manchester Airport (MIA)7:25 AMBlackpool South (BPS)$101One-way1 transfer
- G89047 · P2474910:29 AM1h56Manchester Airport (MIA)12:25 PMBlackpool South (BPS)$341One-way1 transfer
- G89045 · P247449:29 AM1h56Manchester Airport (MIA)11:25 AMBlackpool South (BPS)$401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$18 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS):
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) costing on average $18 (€15).
The fastest way to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 41m.
Other travel options to Blackpool South (BPS) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 54m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Blackpool South (BPS) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€3). The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 0m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89593 · P24756 | On time 12:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89051 · P24759 | On time 1:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89067 · P24761 | On time 2:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h57 | 4:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89053 · P24729 | On time 3:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 5:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89055 · P24734 | On time 4:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h57 | 6:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89069 · P24738 | On time 5:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 7:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89057 · P24742 | On time 6:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 8:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89059 · P24746 | On time 7:29 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 9:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89579 · P24751 | On time 8:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 10:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89587 · P24754 | On time 9:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 11:23 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89040 · P24727 | 5:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 7:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89542 · P24732 | 5:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h36 | 8:24 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89545 · P24732 | 6:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 8:24 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89548 · P24736 | 6:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h36 | 9:24 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89552 · P24736 | 7:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 9:24 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89042 · P24736 | 7:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h55 | 9:24 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89062 · P24740 | 8:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 10:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89045 · P24744 | 9:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 11:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89047 · P24749 | 10:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 12:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89585 · P24752 | 11:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 1:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) trains with Omio?
Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 7:29 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Blackpool South (BPS) from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Northern Rail frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Northern Trains Limited frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) 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 South (BPS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $18 (€15).
The train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) takes 1h 56m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) leaves at 7:29 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) is 43 miles (70 km).
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) leaves at 9:17 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Blackpool South offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. As you travel, you'll pass through the bustling cityscape of Manchester before transitioning into the picturesque Lancashire countryside, with views of rolling fields and small towns, making for a pleasant and varied visual experience.
Yes, it is feasible to do a day trip from Manchester Airport to Blackpool South. The journey takes 1h 56m, covers 43 miles (70 km), and the service operates 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS).
Since neither Manchester Airport (MIA) nor Blackpool South (BPS) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Blackpool South (BPS) include Preston, Lytham, Wesham, Leyland, Wolverhampton.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Blackpool South (BPS)
Manchester
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool South. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool South for your journey to Blackpool from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
Most popular train connections from Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most popular trains to and from Blackpool South (BPS) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most popular train connections to Blackpool South (BPS)
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