Leeds to Blackpool train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Blackpool

Showing times and prices for Jun 07

Cheapest price

€13

Average price

€16

Fastest journey

2 h 8 m

Average duration

3 h 6 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Blackpool will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Leeds for Blackpool on Sun, Jun 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .

On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.

  • Northern Rail
    9:57 AM2h08
    Leeds
    12:05 PMBlackpool
    131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    11:57 AM3h15
    Leeds
    3:12 PMBlackpool
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    2:57 PM4h15
    Leeds
    7:12 PMBlackpool
    171One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    8:57 AM3h15
    Leeds
    12:12 PMBlackpool
    181One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern Rail
    9:45 AM2h36
    Leeds
    12:21 PMBlackpool
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leeds to Blackpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 99 km

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€18

Average price

€14

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Cheapest

2h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 1m

Average total duration

2h 31m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Live departures

Leeds to Blackpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Blackpool trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailG88952
On time
5:59 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h10
8:09 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88952 · G89548
On time
5:59 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h22
8:21 AM Layton (LAY)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15826+Northern RailG90362 · G89552
On time
6:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h39
8:54 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG15826 · A28248+Northern RailG89043 · P24736
On time
6:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h09
9:24 AM Blackpool South (BPS)
3 transfers
Northern RailG90362 · G89552+Transpennine ExpressG15826
Delayed
6:15 AM 6:15 AMLeeds station (LDS)
2h35
8:50 AM Layton (LAY)
2 transfers
Northern RailG88955 · G89556
On time
6:58 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h22
9:20 AM Layton (LAY)
1 transfer
Northern RailG88955
On time
6:58 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h11
9:09 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89080 · P28637 · G89569+Transpennine ExpressW85169
On time
7:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h09
10:51 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
3 transfers
Northern RailG88958
On time
7:53 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h11
10:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88958 · P24740
On time
7:53 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h32
10:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS)
1 transfer
Northern RailG88958 · G89564
On time
7:53 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h27
10:20 AM Layton (LAY)
1 transfer
Northern RailC32428 · G89573+Transpennine ExpressW84900
On time
8:18 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h05
11:23 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89084 · P28647 · G89577+Transpennine ExpressW85176
On time
8:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h08
11:50 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
3 transfers
Northern RailG88962 · P24744
On time
8:58 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h27
11:25 AM Blackpool South (BPS)
1 transfer
Northern RailG88962
On time
8:58 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h06
11:04 AM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89087 · P28660+Transpennine ExpressW85181+Northern RailG89585
On time
9:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h08
12:50 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
3 transfers
Northern RailG88965 · P24749
On time
9:59 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h26
12:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)
1 transfer
Northern RailG88965
On time
9:59 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h05
12:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailC32430 · G89589+Transpennine ExpressW84906
On time
10:18 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h06
1:24 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
2 transfers
Northern RailG88969
On time
10:58 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h06
1:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88969 · P24752
On time
10:58 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h27
1:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)
1 transfer
Northern RailG88974
On time
11:59 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h05
2:04 PM Blackpool North (BPN)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG88974 · P24756
On time
11:59 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h26
2:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)
1 transfer
Northern RailG88979 · P24759
On time
12:59 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h26
3:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89102 · G89053 · P24729+Transpennine ExpressA28293
On time
1:42 PM Leeds station (LDS)
3h43
5:25 PM Blackpool South (BPS)
3 transfers
Northern RailG88985 · P24761
On time
1:59 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h27
4:26 PM Blackpool South (BPS)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Blackpool

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Trains from Leeds to Blackpool run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 2h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
99 km
Average train duration
2h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 3m
First train
2:01 AM
Last train
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Leeds to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Leeds and Blackpool from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
€8
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 36m
Cheapest Price
€17
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
€44
TransPennine Express frequency
15 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
€15
Northern Trains Limited frequency
9 a day

Trains from Leeds to Blackpool

Trains from Leeds to Blackpool run frequently throughout the day operated by First Transpennine Express and Northern Rail. Direct routes take approximately 2 hours while in-direct services complete the journey in 3 hours. The first train leaves just before 6:00 a.m. followed by two to three departures an hour until around 10:30 p.m. Where connections are required they're made at either Manchester or Preston.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Leeds to Blackpool?

Departure Station: Leeds Train Station is a major transport hub within walking distance of the city centre. Station facilities include bicycle stands, taxi ranks and car parking. It's served by local buses including a regular shuttle service to Leeds Bradford Airport.

Arrival Station: Trains from Leeds to Blackpool arrive at either Blackpool North or Blackpool South stations. Blackpool South is just a short walk from the Pleasure Beach and the town's main attractions. Blackpool North is nearer the Tower. Blackpool South has bicycle storage and bus stops but no taxi rank while the larger Blackpool North has parking and taxis.

FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Blackpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Blackpool can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Blackpool is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leeds to Blackpool is 2h 3m to travel the 99 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leeds to Blackpool leaves at 2:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Leeds to Blackpool leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes,there are 2 direct trains a day from Leeds to Blackpool with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Leeds to Blackpool, you can count on Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited for the best way to get you to Blackpool. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leeds and Blackpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Blackpool from Leeds is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 3m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leeds to Blackpool is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Blackpool including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leeds to Blackpool

Leeds
Blackpool
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Blackpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Caffè Nero
  • KFC
  • Leon
  • McDonald's
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Pret a Manger
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • Delice de France
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
  • The Queens Hotel
  • Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transit options for Leeds
  • Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
Burley ParkParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
  • 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: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Burley Park
  • Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
  • Metro: 0113 245 7676
Bramley (West Yorks)ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
  • 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
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Bramley (West Yorks)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
  • Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676

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