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St Helens Central to Blackpool Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Helens Central to Blackpool, starting from $6.23 and averaging $27.44. The entire journey takes no more than 59m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Jul 11
    From $26.39
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From $6.23
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From $6.23
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From $26.39
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From $26.39
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  • Thu, Jul 17
    From $26.39
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:00
St Helens Central
07:22
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
1h 22m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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06:55
St Helens Central
07:57
Blackpool North
1h 2m, DirectNorthern
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07:14
St Helens Central
08:27
Blackpool North
1h 13m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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07:56
St Helens Central
08:58
Blackpool North
1h 2m, DirectNorthern
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08:14
St Helens Central
09:24
Blackpool North
1h 10m, Changes requiredNorthernAvanti West Coast
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08:29
St Helens Central
09:53
Paris
1h 24m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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St Helens Central to Blackpool Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:00
Last train
Last train
23:44
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Blackpool
Journey time
Journey time
59m
Distance
Distance
30 miles
Price
Price
$6.23*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Blackpool

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from St Helens Central to Blackpool can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from St Helens Central to Blackpool, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Helens Central to Blackpool ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

St Helens Central to Blackpool Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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