The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Liverpool will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 13 trains that leave Blackpool for Liverpool on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L08086
Y24947 · L10845
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L08687
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L02261+
Y12433
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L10835
L08086
Y24849 · L10835
Y24370+
L02261+
Y12433
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Y12433Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Blackpool to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 45 km
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1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Blackpool to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L07930 | On time 8:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h39 | 9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L10911+ L02256+ L08589 | On time 8:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h45 | 10:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
L10911+ L02256+ L08589 | On time 8:26 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h42 | 10:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
L09139 · L06842 | On time 8:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h49 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08277 · L06842 | On time 8:50 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h29 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L06842 | On time 9:05 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h14 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25311+ L02257+ L08579 | On time 9:25 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h43 | 11:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
Y25311+ L02257+ L08579 | On time 9:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h40 | 11:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
Y25311 · L08079 | On time 9:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h52 | 11:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L09124 · L08079 | On time 9:29 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h51 | 11:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08079 | On time 10:05 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h15 | 11:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25394+ C73786 | On time 10:19 AM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h27 | 11:46 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L11058+ L02259+ L06000 | On time 10:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h40 | 12:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
L11058 · L05670 | On time 10:28 AM Layton (LAY) | 1h51 | 12:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08759 · L05670 | On time 10:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h49 | 12:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L09205 · L08023 | On time 11:30 AM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h49 | 1:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08067 · L10837 | On time 12:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 2:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L10837 | On time 1:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h15 | 2:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25312+ W03059+ L11725 | On time 1:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h43 | 3:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
Y25312+ W03059+ L11725 | On time 1:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h40 | 3:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
Y25312 · L10879 | On time 1:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h51 | 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L09209 · L10879 | On time 1:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h49 | 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L10879 | On time 2:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h14 | 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25398+ C73789 | On time 2:19 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h27 | 3:46 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L11048+ L02264+ L11715 | On time 2:25 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h44 | 4:09 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
L11048+ L02264+ L11715 | On time 2:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h41 | 4:09 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
L11048 · L10886 | On time 2:28 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h54 | 4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08757 · L10886 | On time 2:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h52 | 4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L10886 | On time 3:05 PM Blackpool North (BPN) | 1h17 | 4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25310 · L08316 | On time 3:26 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h55 | 5:21 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
Y25310+ L02265+ L11716 | On time 3:26 PM Layton (LAY) | 1h42 | 5:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
L09865 · L08316 | On time 3:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h51 | 5:21 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L09157+ W01981+ L07171 | On time 4:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 6:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
L09157 · L08339 | On time 4:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h53 | 6:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L09841 · L08352 | On time 5:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h48 | 7:18 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08453 · L08074 | On time 6:30 PM Blackpool South (BPS) | 1h50 | 8:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Blackpool to Liverpool
Trains from Blackpool to Liverpool run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 23:24 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Blackpool to Liverpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Blackpool and Liverpool from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Blackpool to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Blackpool North, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liverpool Lime Street, located 0.4 miles (732 m) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Blackpool to Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up and drop off on Benson Road near junction of Delaware Road.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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