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Trip Summary
6 trains operate daily from St Helens to Blackpool. The train trip from St Helens to Blackpool is usually about one hour and one minute long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 28 mi (45 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 1m |
| Lowest price | €22.68 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from St Helens to Blackpool?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects St Helens to Blackpool. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 6 | 1h 2m | €22.68 |
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
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from St Helens to Blackpool. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs St Helens at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from St Helens to Blackpool.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Blackpool to St Helens.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in St Helens?
Main departure station: St Helens Central Station
There is one train station in St Helens.
All train stations in St Helens:
St Helens Central 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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