The average train between Blackpool and Birchwood takes 1h 25m and the fastest train takes 56 min. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Birchwood. 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 Birchwood. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Birchwood at 9:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 1h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to Birchwood? 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 Birchwood. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North station and arriving at Warrington Bank Quay station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.
Blackpool to Birchwood train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Birchwood train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
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The distance between Blackpool and Birchwood is 56 km. The road distance is 74 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Birchwood via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay, and Warrington Central in around 1h 42m.