The average train between North Shields and Blackpool takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. 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 5:45 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 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 49m • 3 changesWant 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 Newcastle station and arriving at Preston station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
North Shields to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
North Shields to Blackpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.
The distance between North Shields and Blackpool is 168.9 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a subway from North Shields to Blackpool North via Monument, Newcastle, Carlisle, and Preston in around 4h 15m.