- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$88
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$169
Fastest journey on Sep 08
2 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
2 h 46 m
Trains on Sep 08
35
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to London will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 35 trains from Blackpool to London, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 324 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if youāre on a budget.
P24722+
W34063
P24719+
W34172
G89863+
W34172
G89857+
W33973
W34039+
G89843
W34039+
G89843
W34028+
G89836
W34181+
G89831
G89857+
W33973
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W34063Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, while a flight costs an average of $388.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$124 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $388 Average price | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool to London:
A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackpool to London costing on average $124.
A bus is $334 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Blackpool to London costing on average $388.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
The journey is about 2h 0m faster (2h 49m by train vs 4h 49m by car) and roughly $23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($124 vs $147). 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 Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to London trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89867+ W34063 | On time 2:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h47 | 5:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89867+ W34063 | On time 2:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 2h44 | 5:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89817+ Y14762 | On time 2:54 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h06 | 6:00 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89819+ W33889 | On time 3:26 PM Layton (LAY) | 2h48 | 6:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
G89818+ W34004_W34251 | 5:25 AM Layton (LAY) | 3h10 | 8:35 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24698+ W33939 | 5:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h43 | 9:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34004_W34251 | 5:35 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h00 | 8:35 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89820+ W33939 | 5:55 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h17 | 9:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89822+ W33939 | 6:22 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h50 | 9:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89822+ W33939 | 6:25 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h47 | 9:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24701+ W34029 | 6:31 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h43 | 10:14 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89826+ W34029 | 7:21 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h53 | 10:14 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89826+ W34029 | 7:24 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h50 | 10:14 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24704+ W34181 | 7:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h42 | 11:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89548 Ā· G89833+ C00579 | 8:22 AM Layton (LAY) | 3h35 | 11:57 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
G89831+ W34181 | 8:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h49 | 11:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89831+ W34181 | 8:26 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h46 | 11:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89831+ W34265 Ā· W34119 | 8:26 AM Layton (LAY) | 3h37 | 12:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
P24707+ C00579 | 8:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h27 | 11:57 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89833+ C00579 | 8:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 3h03 | 11:57 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89836+ W34028 | 9:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h47 | 12:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89836+ W34028 | 9:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h44 | 12:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24710+ W33903 Ā· W34182 | 9:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h34 | 1:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
P24710+ W34039 | 9:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h43 | 1:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89843+ W34039 | 10:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h47 | 1:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89843+ W34039 | 10:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 2h44 | 1:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24713+ W33933 Ā· W34094 | 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h33 | 2:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
G89857+ W33973 | 12:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h47 | 3:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24719+ W34060 Ā· W33949 | 12:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h35 | 4:05 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
P24719+ W34172 | 12:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h44 | 4:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89863+ W34172 | 1:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 2h49 | 4:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24722+ W34063 | 1:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h42 | 5:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
P24722+ W34160 Ā· W34165 | 1:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 3h34 | 5:04 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Blackpool to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
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Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to London 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 youāre looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Blackpool to London trains use the Blackpool North to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at London Kings Cross. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: 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.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: 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.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: 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.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, CaffĆØ Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: CaffĆØ Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past CaffƩ Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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