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Outbound fromBridgend to Blackpool by train
It takes an average of 7h 1m to travel from Bridgend to Blackpool by train, over a distance of around 161 miles (259 km). There are normally 39 trains per day travelling from Bridgend to Blackpool and tickets for this journey start from £44.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:22 | |
| Departure station | Bridgend | |
| Arrival station | Blackpool | |
| Journey time | From 4h 32m | |
| Distance | 161 miles (259 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £44.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Bridgend to Blackpool in 4 hours 32 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bridgend to Blackpool? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 1 minute to travel the 161 miles (259 km) from Bridgend to Blackpool by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 39 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Blackpool. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bridgend to Blackpool in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £44.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Blackpool by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Bridgend to Blackpool
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