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Blackpool North to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Blackpool North to City Thameslink? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £36.00, with average prices for this route around £38.20.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:02 10h 4m, Changes required Blackpool North	08:06 +1 City Thameslink	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
23:22 8h 59m, Changes required Blackpool North	08:21 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Blackpool North to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train

04:10

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Blackpool North

Arrival station

City Thameslink

Journey time

3h 28m

Distance

325 km

Price

£36.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Blackpool North to City Thameslink

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Blackpool North to City Thameslink. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Blackpool North to City Thameslink for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

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 Blackpool North to City Thameslink, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Blackpool North to City Thameslink ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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.

Blackpool North to City Thameslink train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Blackpool North to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Blackpool North to City Thameslink Train Route Details