The average train between Blackpool and West Midlands takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to West Midlands. 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 West Midlands. 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 West Midlands at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to West Midlands? 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 West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Smethwick Galton Bridge station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Blackpool to West Midlands train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to West Midlands train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Smethwick Galton Bridge station.
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The distance between Blackpool and West Midlands is 163.2 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Smethwick Galton Bridge via Preston and Crewe in around 3h 12m.