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Glasgow to Blackpool Train Schedule
Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Glasgow to Blackpool. The train trip from Glasgow to Blackpool is usually about 3 hours and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Virgin Trains + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 46 minutes.
| Distance | 150 mi (241 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 46m |
| Lowest price | $17.24 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Glasgow to Blackpool?
2 train services operate from Glasgow to Blackpool. TransPennine Express + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 5 | 3h 30m | $65.63 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 3 | 2h 57m | $57.02 |
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Blackpool start from $17, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Blackpool. TransPennine Express + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Blackpool trains arrive at Blackpool North .
From Glasgow to Blackpool train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Blackpool faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 46 minutes.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Glasgow to Blackpool start from $32, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Blackpool. Virgin Trains + Connections in Glasgow leaves from Glasgow Central . And in Blackpool trains arrive at Blackpool North .
From Glasgow to Blackpool train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 2 hours and 57 minutes. If you are looking to get to Blackpool faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 46 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Glasgow to Blackpool
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Glasgow to Blackpool on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Glasgow at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Blackpool to Glasgow.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station is a stunning, expansive Victorian railway station in the center of Glasgow. The station is so large that it contains a piano garden, a concourse of shops and dining, numerous amenities, and even the Glasgow Grand Central Hotel onsite. The area around the station is also packed with bars, restaurants, and hotels for a very warm welcome to Glasgow. Six train carriers, including CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, and TransPennine Express, operate routes to Glasgow Central Station from destinations as far as London.
All train stations in Glasgow:
Glasgow Central
Where is the train station in Blackpool?
Main arrival station: Blackpool North
Blackpool has one train station.
All train stations in Blackpool:
Blackpool North
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