The average train between North Shields and Blackpool takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from North Shields 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 North Shields and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from North Shields is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Monument and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from North Shields 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.
No, there is no direct train from North Shields to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from North Shields station and arriving at Blackpool station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
North Shields to Blackpool train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
North Shields to Blackpool train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Preston station.
The distance between North Shields and Blackpool is 168.9 km. The road distance is 281 km.
You can take a subway from North Shields to Blackpool North via Monument, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Preston in around 4h 10m.