The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
66 km
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 $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Blackpool North (BPN) on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.
L082339:06 AM1h18Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:24 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$121One-way0 transfers
L082279:37 AM1h14Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:51 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$121One-way0 transfers
L082628:06 AM1h18Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:24 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$161One-way0 transfers
L086388:36 AM1h17Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:53 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$161One-way0 transfers
L0822110:06 AM1h17Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:23 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$161One-way0 transfers
L10897 · Y258009:53 AM1h11Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:04 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$231One-way1 transfer
L082279:37 AM1h14Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:51 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$121One-way0 transfers
L086388:36 AM1h17Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)9:53 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$161One-way0 transfers
L0822110:06 AM1h17Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)11:23 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$161One-way0 transfers
L082339:06 AM1h18Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)10:24 AMBlackpool North (BPN)$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$14 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN):
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) costing on average $14 (€12).
Other travel options to Blackpool North (BPN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
The journey is about 3m faster (1h 7m by train vs 1h 10m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€12) vs $19 (€15)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L08262 | On time 8:06 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h18 | 9:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L08638 | On time 8:36 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h17 | 9:53 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L08233 | On time 9:06 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h18 | 10:24 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L08227 | On time 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h14 | 10:51 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L10897 · Y25800 | Delayed 9:53 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h11 | 10:06 AM 10:06 AMBlackpool North (BPN) | 1 transfer | |
L08221 | On time 10:06 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h17 | 11:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Blackpool North (BPN) from $6 (€5). 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 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Blackpool North (BPN)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- 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
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