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Outbound fromAyr to Blackpool North by train
It takes an average of 5h 17m to travel from Ayr to Blackpool North by train, over a distance of around 129 miles (208 km). There are normally 28 trains per day travelling from Ayr to Blackpool North and tickets for this journey start from £26.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Ayr | |
| Arrival station | Blackpool North | |
| Journey time | From 4h 15m | |
| Distance | 129 miles (208 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £26.90 | |
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Take the train from Ayr to Blackpool North in 4 hours 15 minutes
If you want to travel from Ayr to Blackpool North by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Ayr to Blackpool North by train to take around 5 hours 17 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 28 trains per day running on this route, which spans 129 miles (208 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Blackpool North. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Ayr to Blackpool North start from £26.90 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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