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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Blackpool
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €109
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €160
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 51 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 4 h 27 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 12
- Distance
- 264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Blackpool will cost around €160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €109.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Blackpool without transferring at least once.
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G895858:01 AM 4h49 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 12:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) €109 1 One-way 1 transfer- G00854+G89593
9:00 AM 4h50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 1:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) €125 1 One-way 1 transfer 
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W342869:28 AM 5h57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) €125 1 One-way 3 transfers- G38953+W34290+G15496+P24729
11:29 AM 5h56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 5:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) €125 1 One-way 3 transfers - G38975+C01372+G15004+P24761
9:57 AM 6h29 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 4:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS) €125 1 One-way 3 transfers
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9:33 AM 3h51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 1:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) €213 1 One-way 2 transfers - G01062+W33941+G89581
8:33 AM 3h51 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 12:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN) €213 1 One-way 2 transfers - G66721+G89585
8:01 AM 4h49 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 12:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) €109 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00854+G89593
9:00 AM 4h50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 1:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN) €125 1 One-way 1 transfer - G01064+W33935+P24756
9:33 AM 4h52 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS) €213 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Blackpool
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Trains from Bristol to Blackpool run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 8:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Bristol to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Blackpool trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 AM Bristol | 5h19 | 1:24 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:15 AM Bristol | 5h57 | 3:12 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:31 AM Bristol | 3h53 | 1:24 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:31 AM Bristol | 3h53 | 2:24 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:15 AM Bristol | 5h09 | 4:24 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:31 PM Bristol | 4h49 | 5:20 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Blackpool 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 Blackpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Blackpool
Most Bristol to Blackpool trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: 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.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: 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.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: 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.
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