Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 21

Cheapest price on Sep 21

$14

Average ticket price on Sep 21

$20

Fastest journey on Sep 21

1 h 10 m

Average journey duration on Sep 21

1 h 11 m

Trains on Sep 21

51

Distance

66 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast trains

On Mon, Sep 21, we found 51 trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN), including 37 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.

  • Northern RailG89542
    6:06 AM1h20
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    7:26 AMBlackpool North (BPN)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89548
    7:06 AM1h21
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    8:27 AMBlackpool North (BPN)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89540
    5:08 AM1h10
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    6:18 AMBlackpool North (BPN)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89566
    7:06 PM1h20
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    8:26 PMBlackpool North (BPN)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89604
    11:36 PM1h14
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    12:50 AMBlackpool North (BPN)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $15.

Distance: 41 miles (66 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$15

Average price

$11

Average price

Cheapest

$19

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 53m

Average total duration

1h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 10m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) is a bus with an average price of $11.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN):

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 13m.

Other travel options to Blackpool North (BPN) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Blackpool North (BPN) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) 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 $15 compared to roughly $19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4. The journey takes 1h 13m versus 1h 10m 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.

Direct services run with Northern Rail.

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 Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailC31906
On time
11:03 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
12:20 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89066 · G88970
On time
11:54 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h11
1:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89565
On time
12:03 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h18
1:21 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89570
On time
1:06 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h18
2:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89048 · G88980
On time
1:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h13
3:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89068 · G88986
On time
2:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h13
4:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89578
On time
3:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
4:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89050 · G88991
On time
3:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h13
5:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89582
On time
4:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
5:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW85200+Northern RailG89631
On time
4:30 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h15
5:45 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89052 · G88997
On time
4:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h15
6:07 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89586
On time
5:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
6:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89594
On time
7:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
8:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89056 · G89011
On time
7:52 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h13
9:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89598
On time
8:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
9:21 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84937+Northern RailG89646
On time
8:30 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h15
9:45 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89603
On time
9:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
10:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84942+Northern RailG89023
On time
9:18 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h49
11:07 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89615
On time
11:04 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
12:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Monday, September 21
Northern RailG895405:08 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h10
6:18 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89040 · G889495:52 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h12
7:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN)1 transfer
Northern RailG895426:06 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
7:26 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG895456:36 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
7:53 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG895487:06 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h21
8:27 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG895527:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
8:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89042 · G889557:53 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h16
9:09 AM Blackpool North (BPN)1 transfer
Northern RailG895568:06 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h18
9:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG895608:36 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
9:53 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG895649:06 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h18
10:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG895699:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h14
10:51 AM Blackpool North (BPN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89045 · G889619:53 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h11
11:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN)1 transfer

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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail offer trains services from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)

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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 55m.

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
Distance
41 miles (66 km)
Average train duration
1h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
$3
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
55m
First train
4:08 AM
Last train
10:48 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Blackpool North (BPN) from $3. 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 Northern Rail Duration
58m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$3
Northern Rail frequency
6 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

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
55m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$33
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) 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 North (BPN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3, while the average price is around $15.
The train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) takes 55m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) is 41 miles (66 km).
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) leaves at 4:08 AM.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) leaves at 10:48 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN). This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) is by train, with a cost of around $3.
Yes, the train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Blackpool North offers scenic views of the English countryside, including glimpses of the Pennines and the Ribble Valley, enhancing the travel experience.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Blackpool North is feasible with a journey time of 55m and a distance of 41 miles (66 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN).
Since neither Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) nor Blackpool North (BPN) 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 North (BPN) include Preston, Bolton, Leyland, Poulton-le-Fylde, Manchester.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) 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.

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Popular train stations from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)

Most Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) trains use the Manchester Airport to Blackpool North station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Blackpool North (BPN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Blackpool
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FUParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · $2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m

Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services

Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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