The average train between Ghent and Blackpool takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Ghent and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 12:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Roubaix and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Blackpool station via Roubaix. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Ghent to Blackpool train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Blackpool train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Preston station.
Book your Ghent to Blackpool train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Ilévia and 4 other operators.
The distance between Ghent and Blackpool is 552 km. The road distance is 702 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Blackpool North via Roubaix, Gare Jean Lebas, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Preston in around 6h 41m.