Leicester to Blackpool train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Leicester to Blackpool by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leicester to Blackpool take around 2 hours and 41 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 182 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  07:10. The last departure is usually at around 22:27 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 05:49, with the last train leaving at around 23:46. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 54 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$132.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Blackpool, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Blackpool.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Blackpool?

The journey between Leicester and Blackpool usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Blackpool?

The Leicester to Blackpool train travel takes about 2 hours and 41 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Blackpool train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Blackpool leaving Leicester at around 07:10 and the last train leaving at around 22:27 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 05:49, with the final departure at 23:46.