The average train between Blackpool and Airdrie takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Airdrie. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Airdrie. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Airdrie at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Airdrie? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Airdrie. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Airdrie station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Blackpool to Airdrie train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Airdrie train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Airdrie station.
Book your Blackpool to Airdrie train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Airdrie is 235.5 km. The road distance is 383 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Airdrie via Preston and Haymarket in around 4h 37m.