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Edinburgh Waverley to Blackpool trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh Waverley and Blackpool takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Edinburgh Waverley to Blackpool. 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 12m
Duration
208 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Edinburgh Waverley to Blackpool train times

Trains run hourly between Edinburgh Waverley and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 1:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh Waverley is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited4h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 54m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 54m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh Waverley to Blackpool? 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.

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  • Distance: 207.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Blackpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route.

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