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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Blackpool will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Blackpool on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
09:17AM1h33
Manchester Airport10:50AMBlackpool
€81One-way
0 transfers
10:48AM1h33
Manchester Airport12:21PMBlackpool
€131One-way
0 transfers
10:46PM1h33
Manchester Airport12:19AMBlackpool
€151One-way
0 transfers
08:17AM1h34
Manchester Airport09:51AMBlackpool
€151One-way
0 transfers
08:17PM2h06
Manchester Airport10:23PMBlackpool
€161One-way
0 transfers
10:48AM1h33
Manchester Airport12:21PMBlackpool
€131One-way
0 transfers
09:17AM1h33
Manchester Airport10:50AMBlackpool
€81One-way
0 transfers
10:46PM1h33
Manchester Airport12:19AMBlackpool
€151One-way
0 transfers
08:17AM1h34
Manchester Airport09:51AMBlackpool
€151One-way
0 transfers
11:48AM1h36
Manchester Airport01:24PMBlackpool
€161One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€14 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Blackpool train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:16 PM
Last updated at 10:16 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:17 AM Manchester Airport | 1h33 | 10:50 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:48 AM Manchester Airport | 1h33 | 12:21 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:48 AM Manchester Airport | 1h36 | 1:24 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:17 PM Manchester Airport | 2h06 | 10:23 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 22:46 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Blackpool from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
€7
Northern Rail (3) frequency
25 a day
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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
€36
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport to Blackpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport to Blackpool.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool is €15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool train travel time is 1 h 25 min for the 71 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool leaves at 05: 17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool leaves at 22: 46.
There are 22 trains a day from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool, you can count on Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Blackpool. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 46.
A day trip to Blackpool from Manchester Airport (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Blackpool is March.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Blackpool 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Blackpool
Manchester
Blackpool
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 23:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Blackpool North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station entrance
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 Level access from Carlyle Avenue and 200 metre ramp footbridge links Ventnor Road to Carlyle Avenue near station entrance.
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Blackpool Pleasure Beach
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Burlington Road West (Outside the Henson Hotel towards Preston) & (Outside the Big Blue Hotel towards Blackpool South) approximately 120 yards from the station.
- Metro: Nearest tram stop half a mile
Blackpool South
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Blackpool South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)
- Metro: Nearest tram stop one mile
Layton
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Public transit options for Layton
- 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.
Squires Gate
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, From Squires Gate Lane along lit passageway onto footbridge, down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. No wheelchair access
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is located on the station platform.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Squires Gate
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops near Station entrance on Squires Gate Lane. (Station side for Preston, opposite side for Blackpool)
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