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Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Accrington to Blackpool. The train trip from Accrington to Blackpool is usually about one hour and 11 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Northern Rail train can get you there in as little as 52 minutes.
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 52m |
| Lowest price | $27.77 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Accrington to Blackpool?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Accrington to Blackpool. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 12 | 1h 11m | $28.60 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Accrington to Blackpool tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Accrington at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Blackpool. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Blackpool to Accrington.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Accrington?
Main departure station: Accrington Station
There is one train station in Accrington.
All train stations in Accrington:
Accrington Station
Where is the train station in Blackpool?
Main arrival station: Blackpool North Station
Blackpool has one train station.
Train stations in Blackpool:
Blackpool North Station
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