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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Blackpool North | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Blackpool North | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Blackpool North | No tags | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Blackpool North | No tags | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Blackpool North | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Preston to Blackpool
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Blackpool. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Preston to Blackpool by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Preston to Blackpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Blackpool start from $4. The average price for this train route is around $8. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Preston to Blackpool?
The average train ride duration from Preston to Blackpool is 24m, covering a distance of 15 miles (24 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Preston to Blackpool route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Avanti West Coast.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Preston to Blackpool?
The earliest train departs from Preston to Blackpool at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What 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 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Preston to Blackpool?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Northern has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Preston to Blackpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.
The cheapest trip from Preston to Blackpool was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $5To 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 $5 to $14 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 $5 which is on 2025-12-30.
