The average train between Poole and Blackpool takes 6h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole 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 every 2 hours between Poole and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 12:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Bournemouth and take an average of 6h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Poole 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 Poole to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Blackpool station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.
Poole to Blackpool train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Poole to Blackpool train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Poole to Blackpool train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Poole and Blackpool is 352.5 km. The road distance is 482 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Blackpool North via Bournemouth, Stafford, and Preston in around 7h 17m.