The average train between Blackpool and Tamworth takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Tamworth. 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 Tamworth. 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 Tamworth at 6:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to Tamworth? 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 Tamworth. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Tamworth station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Blackpool to Tamworth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Tamworth train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Tamworth station.
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The distance between Blackpool and Tamworth is 159.4 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Tamworth via Preston and Crewe in around 3h.