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Trip Summary
You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Preston and Blackpool. The average train journey from Preston to Blackpool takes 32 minutes, but some Northern Rail train trips are as short as 28 minutes.
| Distance | 14 mi (23 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 28m |
| Lowest price | $8.79 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Preston to Blackpool?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Preston to Blackpool. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 4 | 0h 33m | $10.13 |
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 Preston to Blackpool tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Preston at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 3 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 Preston.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Preston?
Main departure station: Salwick Station
There is one train station in Preston.
All train stations in Preston:
Salwick Station
Where is the train station in Blackpool?
Main arrival station: Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station
There are more train stations and stops in Blackpool than most cities. Most trains from Preston will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Blackpool:
All train stations in Blackpool:
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station
Blackpool North Station
Layton (Lancs) Station
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