The average train between Blackpool and South Wales takes 6h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to South Wales. 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 South Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into South Wales at 10:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to South Wales? 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 South Wales. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at South Wales station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.
Blackpool to South Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to South Wales train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cwmbach station.
Book your Blackpool to South Wales train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and South Wales is 236.5 km. The road distance is 366 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Cwmbach via Preston, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 13m.