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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Birmingham takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Blackpool to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 17m
Duration
130 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Blackpool to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 58m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 56m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 15m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country7h 35m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 1m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 1m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast3h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 11m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Birmingham? 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.

Map of how to get from Blackpool to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 129.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Birmingham New Street via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 16m.

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