The average train between Harpenden and Blackpool takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Harpenden 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 Harpenden and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Harpenden is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Harpenden station and arriving at Blackpool station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Harpenden to Blackpool train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from London Euston station.
Harpenden to Blackpool train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Harpenden to Blackpool train tickets online with Thameslink, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harpenden and Blackpool is 286.7 km. The road distance is 402 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.