South Croydon to Blackpool North by train
| First train | 19:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:00 | |
| Departure station | South Croydon | |
| Arrival station | Blackpool North | |
| Journey time | From 4h 20m | |
| Distance | 210 miles (338 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Travelling from South Croydon to Blackpool North by train
Looking to travel from South Croydon to Blackpool North by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 35 minutes to travel from South Croydon to Blackpool North by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 210 miles (338 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Blackpool North, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Thameslink or Southern to get to Blackpool North. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from South Croydon to Blackpool North in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from South Croydon to Blackpool North
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