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The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for Dec 31
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
145 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Blackpool will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Middlesbrough to Blackpool without transferring at least 2 times.
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Y11826+
TP130300 · L3676910:52AM4h58
Middlesbrough station (MBR)03:50PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$1401One-way
5 transfers
N05238 · TP130700+Y25813 · L0909409:14AM5h11
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:25PMBlackpool South (BPS)
$1401One-way
3 transfers
N05230 · TP129500+Y25818 · L0795701:14PM5h07
Middlesbrough station (MBR)06:21PMLayton (LAY)
$1401One-way
3 transfers
G91603+Y11819+TP130900 · L3675908:53AM4h57
Middlesbrough station (MBR)01:50PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$1401One-way
5 transfers
N05240 · TP131000+Y25812 · L0914508:14AM5h11
Middlesbrough station (MBR)01:25PMBlackpool South (BPS)
$1401One-way
3 transfers
N05236 · TP130400+Y2581410:15AM4h49
Middlesbrough station (MBR)03:04PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$1401One-way
2 transfers
N05238 · TP130700+Y2581309:14AM4h50
Middlesbrough station (MBR)02:04PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$1401One-way
2 transfers
N05240 · TP131000+Y2581208:14AM4h50
Middlesbrough station (MBR)01:04PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$1401One-way
2 transfers
G91603+Y11819+TP130900 · L3675908:53AM4h57
Middlesbrough station (MBR)01:50PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$1401One-way
5 transfers
G91614+Y11826+TP130300 · L3676910:52AM4h58
Middlesbrough station (MBR)03:50PMBlackpool North (BPN)
$1401One-way
5 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Middlesbrough to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough 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 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€107 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Middlesbrough to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Blackpool trains for today, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 7:07 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N05240 · TP131000+Y25812 · L09145 | On time 8:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h11 | 1:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
| N05240 · TP131000+Y25812 · L08249 | On time 8:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h06 | 1:20 PM Layton (LAY) | 3 transfers | |
| N05240 · TP131000+Y25812 | On time 8:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h50 | 1:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
| N05238 · TP130700+Y25813 · L09094 | On time 9:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h11 | 2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
| N05238 · TP130700+Y25813 | On time 9:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h50 | 2:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
| N05238 · TP130700+Y25813 · L08248 | On time 9:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h06 | 2:20 PM Layton (LAY) | 3 transfers | |
| N05236 · TP130400+Y25814 · L08230 | On time 10:15 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h07 | 3:22 PM Layton (LAY) | 3 transfers | |
| N05236 · TP130400+Y25814 · L09129 | On time 10:15 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h10 | 3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
| N05236 · TP130400+Y25814 | On time 10:15 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h49 | 3:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
| N05234 · TP130100+Y25816 | On time 11:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h50 | 4:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
| N05234 · TP130100+Y25816 · L09088 | On time 11:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h12 | 4:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
| N05234 · TP130100+Y25816 · L07257 | On time 11:14 AM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h07 | 4:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 3 transfers | |
| N05232 · TP129800+Y25817 | On time 12:14 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 4h50 | 5:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2 transfers | |
| N05232 · TP129800+Y25817 · L07945 | On time 12:14 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h07 | 5:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 3 transfers | |
| N05232 · TP129800+Y25817 · L09862 | On time 12:14 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h11 | 5:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3 transfers | |
| N05230 · TP129500+Y25818 · L07957 | On time 1:14 PM Middlesbrough station (MBR) | 5h07 | 6:21 PM Layton (LAY) | 3 transfers | |
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Northern Rail (3) as well as TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Middlesbrough to Blackpool. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Middlesbrough to Blackpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Middlesbrough to Blackpool run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 3h 43m.
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 $24 (€19)
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 23:31 |
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 $24 (€19)
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Middlesbrough to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Blackpool from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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
3h 43m
Cheapest Price
$41 (€33)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
10 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 Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
$40 (€32)
TransPennine Express frequency
9 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 44m
Cheapest Price
$69 (€55)
first_transpennine_express frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Trains from Middlesbrough to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Blackpool is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach, and the beachfront, while allowing time for leisure and entertainment.
A day trip from Middlesbrough to Blackpool is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 43m. Trains run 18 times per day.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Blackpool offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring industrial views, rolling countryside, and glimpses of the Pennines, though it may not be considered particularly scenic compared to other UK routes.
There is no high speed train available from Middlesbrough to Blackpool.
Train ticket prices from Middlesbrough to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $53 (€43), while the average price is around $134 (€107).
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Blackpool is by bus, with a cost of around $24 (€19).
The distance by train from Middlesbrough to Blackpool is 90 miles (145 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Middlesbrough to Blackpool.
The train from Middlesbrough to Blackpool takes 3h 43m and runs 18 per day.
The first train from Middlesbrough to Blackpool leaves at 4:55 AM.
The train station in Middlesbrough that goes to Blackpool is Middlesbrough station (MBR), which connects to Blackpool North (BPN).
The last train from Middlesbrough to Blackpool leaves at 11:31 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Middlesbrough to Blackpool.
There is no direct train service currently available from Middlesbrough to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Middlesbrough to Blackpool
Middlesbrough
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Middlesbrough is Middlesbrough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Middlesbrough for your trip from Middlesbrough to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- 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: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Middlesbrough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Blackpool is Blackpool North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your journey to Blackpool from Middlesbrough.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transit options for Layton
- 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost 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
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