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Compare train for Holyhead to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyhead to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $105, while a train costs an average of $105.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$105 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $105 compared to roughly $50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-54.30. The journey takes 3h 24m versus 2h 40m 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.
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How to get from Holyhead to Blackpool by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Holyhead to Blackpool is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
1:04 PM4h22Holyhead5:26 PMBlackpool$881One-way1 transfer
Cheapest
1:04 PM4h22Holyhead5:26 PMBlackpool$881One-way1 transfer
Fastest
4:28 PM4h08Holyhead8:36 PMBlackpool$1571One-way2 transfers
Other options
4:58 AM4h26Holyhead9:24 AMBlackpool$881One-way1 transfer
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- Around 12 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Holyhead and Blackpool as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Holyhead station (HHD) and arrive in Blackpool North (BPN).
- Ferries mostly depart from Douglas and arrive in Heysham.
- Travel with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast to go to Blackpool by train.
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