The average train between Sunderland and Blackpool takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland 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 3 hours between Sunderland and Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 11:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Sunderland station and arriving at Blackpool station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Sunderland to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sunderland station.
Sunderland to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Sunderland to Blackpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Sunderland and Blackpool is 162.2 km. The road distance is 288 km.
You can take a train from Sunderland to Blackpool North via Carlisle and Preston in around 3h 43m.