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Outbound fromStansted Airport to Blackpool by train
It takes an average of 6h 19m to travel from Stansted Airport to Blackpool by train, over a distance of around 191 miles (308 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Stansted Airport to Blackpool and tickets for this journey start from £55 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:27 | |
| Departure station | Stansted Airport | |
| Arrival station | Blackpool | |
| Journey time | From 5h 47m | |
| Distance | 191 miles (308 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £55 | |
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Travelling from Stansted Airport to Blackpool by train
Looking to travel from Stansted Airport to Blackpool by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 19 minutes to travel from Stansted Airport to Blackpool by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 47 minutes though. You'll usually find 4 trains per day running along the 191 miles (308 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Blackpool, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry to get to Blackpool – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Stansted Airport to Blackpool 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, as advance tickets start from £55.00.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Blackpool
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Stansted Airport to Blackpool is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.