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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Blackpool North Station takes 3h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Edinburgh to Blackpool North Station. 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 11m
Duration
208 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Edinburgh to Blackpool North Station train times

Trains run hourly between Edinburgh and Blackpool North Station. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Blackpool North Station at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 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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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 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 Tuesday, November 17, 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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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Blackpool North Station? 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 Edinburgh to Blackpool North Station.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 207.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Blackpool North Station, 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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