The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Blackpool
Cheapest price on Oct 20
€28
Average ticket price on Oct 20
€32
Fastest journey on Oct 20
3 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
4 h 50 m
Trains on Oct 20
3
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Blackpool will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 3 trains from Sheffield to Blackpool, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest trains will take 8 h 10 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.
11:15 PM8h10Sheffield7:25 AMBlackpool€281One-way0 transfers
8:15 AM3h09Sheffield11:24 AMBlackpool€351One-way0 transfers
9:52 AM3h12Sheffield1:04 PMBlackpool€351One-way0 transfers
8:15 AM3h09Sheffield11:24 AMBlackpool€351One-way0 transfers
9:52 AM3h12Sheffield1:04 PMBlackpool€351One-way0 transfers
11:15 PM8h10Sheffield7:25 AMBlackpool€281One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Blackpool
Trains from Sheffield to Blackpool run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 2:06 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Blackpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Blackpool trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 AM Sheffield | 3h09 | 11:24 AM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Sheffield | 3h12 | 1:04 PM Blackpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express from Sheffield to Blackpool trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Blackpool from €21. 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 Sheffield to Blackpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Blackpool
Most Sheffield to Blackpool trains use the Sheffield to Blackpool North station pair, with some services arriving at Blackpool South. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Blackpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Blackpool leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes.
Which Blackpool station do trains from Sheffield 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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