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Trip Summary
There are usually 24 daily train trips available from Middlesbrough to Blackpool. Traveling by train from Middlesbrough to Blackpool usually takes 4 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express + Connections train can make the trip in 3 hours and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 90 mi (144 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 41m |
| Lowest price | $94.28 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Middlesbrough to Blackpool?
2 train services operate from Middlesbrough to Blackpool. Northern Rail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 21 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 21 | 4h 40m | $94.28 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 3 | 3h 44m | $94.28 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Middlesbrough to Blackpool start from $94, and on average cost . Daily there are 21 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Blackpool. Northern Rail + Connections in Middlesbrough leaves from James Cook University Hospital and 2 other stations. And in Blackpool trains arrive at Blackpool North .
From Middlesbrough to Blackpool train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. If you are looking to get to Blackpool faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 41 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Middlesbrough to Blackpool start from $94, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Blackpool. TransPennine Express + Connections in Middlesbrough leaves from Middlesbrough Train Station . And in Blackpool trains arrive at Blackpool North .
From Middlesbrough to Blackpool train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Blackpool faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 41 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Middlesbrough and Blackpool is approximately 90 miles, or 144 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 41 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Middlesbrough to Blackpool on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Middlesbrough at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 24 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 Middlesbrough.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Middlesbrough?
Main departure station: Middlesbrough Train Station
Middlesbrough has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Blackpool.
All train stations in Middlesbrough:
Middlesbrough Train Station
James Cook University Hospital
South Bank
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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