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Blantyre to Blackpool Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Blantyre to Blackpool? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$31.50, with average prices for this route around AU$31.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
23:18 8 hours 35 minutes, Changes required Blantyre	07:53 +1 Blackpool North		Find Tickets
23:28 9 hours 26 minutes, Changes required Blantyre	08:54 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Blantyre to Blackpool Train Route Details

First train

06:49

Last train

23:28

Departure station

Blantyre

Arrival station

Blackpool

Journey time

3 hours 1 minute

Distance

233 km

Price

AU$31.50*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Blantyre to Blackpool

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Blantyre to Blackpool can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Blantyre to Blackpool, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Blantyre to Blackpool ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Blantyre to Blackpool more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Blantyre to Blackpool train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Blantyre to Blackpool Train prices and times

Blantyre to Blackpool Train Route Details