How much does a train ticket cost from Preston to Blackpool?

The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Blackpool start from £2. The average price for this train route is around £6. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Preston to Blackpool?

The average train journey time from Preston to Blackpool is 24m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Preston to Blackpool route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Northern , Avanti West Coast .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Preston to Blackpool?

The earliest train from Preston to Blackpool departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Which is the best train operator from Preston to Blackpool?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Preston to Blackpool?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Northern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Preston to Blackpool?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Preston to Blackpool?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Preston to Blackpool from £3

Next train departures

Next departures from Preston to Blackpool on 15 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:21	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	24m	11:45	Blackpool North	Cheapest
Train	11:43	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	12:05	Blackpool North	Fastest
Train	09:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	25m	09:25	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	09:36	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	24m	10:00	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	09:58	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	28m	10:26	Blackpool North	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Blackpool on 16 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	07:57	Blackpool North	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	26m	07:26	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:29	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	23m	07:52	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	08:09	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	08:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	27m	08:27	Blackpool North	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Blackpool on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	07:57	Blackpool North	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	26m	07:26	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:29	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	23m	07:52	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	08:09	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	08:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	27m	08:27	Blackpool North	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Blackpool on 18 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	26m	07:26	Blackpool North	Cheapest
Train	07:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	07:57	Blackpool North	Fastest
Train	07:29	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	23m	07:52	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	08:09	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	08:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	27m	08:27	Blackpool North	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Blackpool on 19 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	07:57	Blackpool North	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	26m	07:26	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:29	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	23m	07:52	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	08:09	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	08:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	27m	08:27	Blackpool North	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Blackpool on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	07:57	Blackpool North	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	26m	07:26	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:29	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	23m	07:52	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	08:09	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	08:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	27m	08:27	Blackpool North	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Blackpool on 21 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	07:57	Blackpool North	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	26m	07:26	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:29	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	24m	07:53	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	07:47	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	22m	08:09	Blackpool North	No tags
Train	08:00	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	27m	08:27	Blackpool North	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Preston to Blackpool

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Blackpool. The journey takes about 24 minutes and with fares starting at just £2, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

24mAverage duration

15 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £7	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£2 - £17	Average duration24m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi3.4

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Preston to Blackpool by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Preston to Blackpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Blackpool start from £2. The average price for this train route is around £6. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Preston to Blackpool?
The average train journey time from Preston to Blackpool is 24m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Preston to Blackpool route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Preston to Blackpool?
The earliest train from Preston to Blackpool departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Which is the best train operator from Preston to Blackpool?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Preston to Blackpool?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Northern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Preston to Blackpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Preston to Blackpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/02

£5

13/02

£5

Today

£4

15/02

£5

16/02

£4

17/02

£4

18/02

£4

19/02

£4

The cheapest trip from Preston to Blackpool was searched and found on 19 Feb 2026 with a price of £4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Preston to Blackpool as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £15 for a train ticket from Preston to Blackpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-02-19.

What's the cheapest way to go from Preston to Blackpool?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time40m	Avg price£7	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time24m	Avg price£6	Daily departures15

The best way to travel between Preston and Blackpool is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £6 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £2. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Blackpool, choose the train, as it will take you from Preston to Blackpool in about 24m – that's the fastest way to get there!