The average train between Blackpool and Banbury takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Banbury. 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 Banbury. 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 Banbury at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Banbury? 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 Banbury. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Banbury station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
Blackpool to Banbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Banbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Banbury station.
Book your Blackpool to Banbury train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Blackpool and Banbury is 226.1 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Banbury via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 17m.