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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
115 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Blackpool will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Sheffield for Blackpool on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.
01:14PM3h10
Sheffield04:24PMBlackpool
$281One-way
0 transfers
08:34AM3h32
Sheffield12:06PMBlackpool
$351One-way
0 transfers
08:11AM3h09
Sheffield11:20AMBlackpool
$391One-way
0 transfers
12:11PM4h01
Sheffield04:12PMBlackpool
$431One-way
0 transfers
09:14AM3h02
Sheffield12:16PMBlackpool
$441One-way
0 transfers
09:14AM3h02
Sheffield12:16PMBlackpool
$441One-way
0 transfers
08:11AM3h09
Sheffield11:20AMBlackpool
$391One-way
0 transfers
01:14PM3h10
Sheffield04:24PMBlackpool
$281One-way
0 transfers
08:34AM3h32
Sheffield12:06PMBlackpool
$351One-way
0 transfers
12:11PM4h01
Sheffield04:12PMBlackpool
$431One-way
0 transfers
Sheffield - BlackpoolCompare Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express
$19
2h 25m
10 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
$28
2h 58m
4 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. 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 €20, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€27 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Sheffield to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:26 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:11 AM Sheffield | 3h09 | 11:20 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:34 AM Sheffield | 3h32 | 12:06 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:14 AM Sheffield | 3h02 | 12:16 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:11 PM Sheffield | 4h01 | 4:12 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:14 PM Sheffield | 3h10 | 4:24 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect |
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Northern Rail (3) as well as TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Sheffield to Blackpool. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sheffield to Blackpool.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains and first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Blackpool.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains and first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Sheffield to Blackpool.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Blackpool.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Blackpool run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 2h 25m.
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 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 01:10 |
Last train 22:27 |
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 (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Sheffield to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Sheffield 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
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€15)
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
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
$28 (€22)
TransPennine Express frequency
4 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
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
$54 (€43)
first_transpennine_express frequency
13 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
$45 (€36)
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Blackpool is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 25m. However, there are 16 train trips available per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Sheffield to Blackpool.
The train journey from Sheffield to Blackpool offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Peak District's rolling hills and picturesque countryside, making certain parts of the journey quite scenic.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Blackpool.
Train ticket prices from Sheffield to Blackpool can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $24 (€19), while the average price is around $34 (€27).
The distance by train from Sheffield to Blackpool is 71 miles (115 km).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Blackpool is by train, with a cost of around $24 (€19).
The first train from Sheffield to Blackpool leaves at 1:10 AM.
The last train from Sheffield to Blackpool leaves at 10:27 PM.
The train from Sheffield to Blackpool takes 2h 25m and runs 16 per day.
There is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Blackpool.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Blackpool is Sheffield station (SHF), which connects to Blackpool North (BPN).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Sheffield to Blackpool.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Blackpool
Sheffield
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield for your trip from Sheffield to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Sheffield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Meadowhall
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at 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 Sheffield.
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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