The average train between Blackpool and Ardrossan takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Ardrossan. 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 Ardrossan. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Ardrossan at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 57m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to Ardrossan? 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 Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Ardrossan Town station via Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Blackpool to Ardrossan train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ardrossan Town station.
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The distance between Blackpool and Ardrossan is 232.3 km. The road distance is 317 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Ardrossan Town via Preston and Glasgow Central in around 4h 35m.