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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Blackpool takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is an hourly train service from Glasgow 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
£72
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Glasgow to Blackpool train times

Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 59m • 1 change
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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited6h 38m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 8m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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.

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Blackpool.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 207.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Blackpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route.

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