Meadowhall to Blackpool by train

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Overview: trains from Meadowhall to Blackpool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Meadowhall to Blackpool, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:00 View journey
Last train 22:02 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 34m View journey
Distance (km) 116
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey £29.10 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 54m
Train operators 7

Explore Meadowhall to Blackpool by train

Thinking about travelling from Meadowhall to Blackpool by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Meadowhall and Blackpool

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £29.10. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel between Meadowhall and Blackpool

If you are taking the train from Meadowhall to Blackpool, you will have 32 trains each day (with a departure every 23 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:00. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:02. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:50, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:28.

How long does the train from Meadowhall to Blackpool take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 34 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 116 kilometres.

When are tickets between Meadowhall and Blackpool available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Meadowhall and Blackpool can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Meadowhall to Blackpool by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Blackpool.

FAQs about the train journey from Meadowhall to Blackpool

Want to know more about your journey from Meadowhall to Blackpool? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Meadowhall and Blackpool by train is 116 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.