Portsmouth to Blackpool by train

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Overview: trains from Portsmouth to Blackpool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Portsmouth 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 04:25 View journey
Last train 23:19 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 5hr 24m View journey
Distance (km) 359
Trains / day 36 View all
Cheapest journey US$323.00 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 36m
Train operators 14

Portsmouth to Blackpool by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Portsmouth to Blackpool? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 359 kilometres.

Train cost between Portsmouth and Blackpool: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$323.00, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Portsmouth to Blackpool

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Portsmouth to Blackpool:

  • 04:25 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:19 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:19 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:42 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 22 minutes from Portsmouth toward Blackpool.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 36 trains serving this route each day.

Portsmouth to Blackpool train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 359 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 5 hours and 24 minutes.

When do tickets between Portsmouth and Blackpool go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Portsmouth and Blackpool 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Portsmouth to Blackpool

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Blackpool city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Portsmouth to Blackpool

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

The train journey between Portsmouth and Blackpool spans 359 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.