Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool by train

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Overview: trains from Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Burton-on-Trent 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 06:20 View journey
Last train 23:40 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 2hr 14m View journey
Distance (km) 144
Trains / day 29 View all
Cheapest journey €58.37 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 25m
Train operators 9

From Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool by train. With 29 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of a train ticket between Burton-on-Trent and Blackpool

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €58.37. 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 and a half 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 Burton-on-Trent and Blackpool

If you are taking the train from Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool, you will have 29 trains each day (with a departure every 25 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:20. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:40. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:20, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:24.

Average train travel time from Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 14 minutes, travelling a total distance of 144 kilometres.

Booking Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool trains in advance

Booking your Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 and a half months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Burton-on-Trent and Blackpool by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Making the most of your Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Blackpool.

FAQs about the train journey from Burton-on-Trent to Blackpool

Want to know more about your journey from Burton-on-Trent 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 Burton-on-Trent and Blackpool spans 144 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.