Runcorn to Blackpool by train

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Overview: trains from Runcorn to Blackpool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Runcorn 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 04:10 View journey
Last train 22:30 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 57
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey €25.91 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 54m
Train operators 9

Explore Runcorn to Blackpool by train

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

Train cost from Runcorn to Blackpool

Ready to book tickets from Runcorn to Blackpool? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Runcorn and Blackpool typically run €25.91.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 3 months in advance.

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Runcorn to Blackpool daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Blackpool on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 21 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 04:10: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 22:30: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 06:32: departure of first train on weekends

  • 22:24: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 32 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Runcorn to Blackpool

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 2 minutes, spanning 57 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets from Runcorn to Blackpool?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 3 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn even more about travelling from Runcorn 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 Runcorn to Blackpool

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

The distance between Runcorn and Blackpool is 57 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.