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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Falkirk takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Falkirk. 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 45m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£93
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Edinburgh

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  1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£69–136

Blackpool to Falkirk train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Falkirk. 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 Falkirk at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 49m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 40m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Falkirk? 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 Falkirk.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 230.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Falkirk, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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