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Outbound fromAberdeen to Blackpool by train
It takes an average of 8h 10m to travel from Aberdeen to Blackpool by train, over a distance of around 233 miles (375 km). There are normally 56 trains per day travelling from Aberdeen to Blackpool and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:24 | |
| Departure station | Aberdeen | |
| Arrival station | Blackpool | |
| Journey time | From 5h 30m | |
| Distance | 233 miles (375 km) | |
| Frequency | 56 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £24 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Aberdeen to Blackpool by train
Planning a sunny weekend out and looking to travel from Aberdeen to Blackpool by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Aberdeen to Blackpool usually takes around 7h 47m but can take just 5h 26m on the fastest ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Northern services, with around 34 trains running on this popular route per day. You'll need to make at least two changes during your journey, as direct train services are not available on this line.
Whether you’re heading for a weekend out at the beach or racing around the attractions at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you travel Off-Peak or use a Railcard.
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Cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Blackpool
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Aberdeen to Blackpool is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.