St Ives (Cornwall) to Blackpool North by train
| First train | 08:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:48 | |
| Departure station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Arrival station | Blackpool North | |
| Journey time | From 8h 19m | |
| Distance | 270 miles (435 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from St Ives (Cornwall) to Blackpool North by train
Looking to travel from St Ives (Cornwall) to Blackpool North by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 12 hours 29 minutes to travel from St Ives (Cornwall) to Blackpool North by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 19 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 270 miles (435 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Blackpool North, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Blackpool North. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
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