The average train between Glasgow Central and Blackpool takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is an hourly train service from Glasgow Central 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 hourly between Glasgow Central and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow Central is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Glasgow Central to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central station and arriving at Blackpool station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Glasgow Central to Blackpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow Central to Blackpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Glasgow Central to Blackpool train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Glasgow Central and Blackpool is 240 km. The road distance is 334 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.