The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Blackpool
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Blackpool will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
Of the 2 trains that leave Swindon for Blackpool on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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.
11:42 AM4h44Swindon4:26 PMBlackpool$1321One-way0 transfers
7:40 AM4h44Swindon12:24 PMBlackpool$1321One-way0 transfers
11:42 AM4h44Swindon4:26 PMBlackpool$1321One-way0 transfers
7:40 AM4h44Swindon12:24 PMBlackpool$1321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swindon to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $128.
Distance: 164 miles (265 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Blackpool:
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Blackpool costing on average $135 (€111).
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 2m.
Tickets start at around $135 (€111) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-63.27 (€-51.83). The journey takes 4h 6m versus 3h 51m 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
Swindon to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Swindon | 4h44 | 12:24 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:42 AM Swindon | 4h44 | 4:26 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Blackpool
Trains from Swindon to Blackpool run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $128 (€105) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€105) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 7:41 PM |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Blackpool trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Blackpool from $43 (€35). 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 Swindon to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swindon to Blackpool
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
- 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
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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.
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