Blackpool North Train Station is the northernmost station in Blackpool, approximately 2 miles from Blackpool South Station, and just over a ten-minute walk from Blackpool Town Centre. The main entrance to Blackpool North Train Station is situated on Talbot Road, with additional entrances located on Springfield Road and High Street. There is level access from the main entrance station front onto the concourse, then through wide doors onto all platforms. Blackpool is a highly popular destination for tourists, with trains to Blackpool bringing visitors to enjoy its beaches, theme park, and pier.
Blackpool North Train Station is the UK's 271st busiest National Rail Station, with 1.97 million entries and exits in 2023-24. Regular National Rail services run from Blackpool North Train Station to major destinations including Manchester Deansgate, Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds and York. There are also three trains a day to London Euston via Birmingham New Street. There are also regular trains from the station to Manchester Airport.
Blackpool North Train Station has six National Rail platforms, arranged in a terminus formation, with departures and arrivals for trains travelling in the same direction, and no through lines.
The current Blackpool North Train Station building was opened in 1974, replacing an old station a few hundred yards (metres) away on Talbot Road, which opened in 1846. Northern Trains manages the train station and is one of the operators that run National Rail Services to the station, along with Avanti West Coast.
Station Area Map
The main entrance to Blackpool North Train Station is situated on Talbot Road, with access to the station concourse provided through doors located on the station's front. There is level train access from the main entrance station front onto the concourse, then through doors on the station front onto all platforms. There are additional entrances at Blackpool North Railway Station, located on Springfield Road and High Street. There is a dropped kerb access to the Blackpool North station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
Blackpool North Train Station is located North of the town centre and only a few hundred metres from the coast. You can visit numerous attractions in Blackpool from Blackpool North Railway Station, including Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Zoo, Blackpool Tower, and Central Pier.
There is a cafe and a newsagent at the station if you need to purchase refreshments before your onward journey.
Blackpool North Train Station has six National Rail platforms, arranged in a terminus formation, with departures and arrivals for all trains from the same direction, and no through lines.
Blackpool North Station Platforms 1–3: Long-distance intercity services, such as the Avanti West Coast service (to London Euston via Birmingham New Street and some Northern services.
Blackpool North Station Platforms 4–6: Local and regional Northern services to destinations including Preston, Manchester Deansgate, Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds, and York.
There are further transport links available from the station, including Bus and Tram Services. The Blackpool Tramway stop is a short walk from the station, accessible via an underground walkway located opposite the exit. Trams run approximately every 15 minutes, south to Starr Gate, and North to Fleetwood. Outside the main entrance is bus stop NS1, where buses such as Bus 1 run toward North Pier roughly every 30 minutes.
Station Details and Facilities
Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
Friday: 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 06:00 - 23:00
Sunday: 07:30 - 20:00
Ticket Machine
Available
Ticket Office Staff Help
Yes. From the Ticket Office and Information Point.
Staffing Level
Full Time
Smartcard Issued
Available
Smartcard Topup
Available
Smartcard Validator
Available
Prepurchase Collection
Ticket Office and Ticket Machines
Penalty Fares
Northern Trains
Luggage
Left Luggage
Left Luggage facilities are not available
Lost Property
Lost Property facilities are available
Open from 07:00 - 22:00 Monday - Sunday
Approach a staff member for assistance.
Facilities
Shops
Newsagent on the Station Concourse.
Postbox
A postbox is not available
Telephones
Telephones are not available
Telephone Types
Not available
Refreshment Facilities
Cafe (Le Feast)
ATM
An ATM is not available
Bureau De Change
There is no Bureau de Change available
Tourist Information Office
There is no Tourist Information Office available at Blackpool North Station. The VisitBlackpool Tourist Information Centre is located at Festival House on the Promenade, FY1 2AB.
Waiting Area
There is no designated area for a Waiting Room, but the main concourse serves as the waiting area. It is fully enclosed and seating is available.
Rail Replacement Bus Services
Rail Replacement Bus Services pick up/drop off at the station entrance.
Nearest Station With More Facilities
Layton Station
Toilets
Toilets
Yes
The Male and Female toilets are located to the left after the ticket barriers.
The accessible toilet is also located to the left after the ticket barriers.
Showers
Showers are not available.
Baby Change
There are Baby Change facilities available.
WiFi
WiFi
WiFi is not available
Web Kiosk
There is no Web Kiosk available
Staffing And Customer Service
Customer Service Notes
Open from 07:00 - 22:00 Monday - Sunday
Customer Help Points
Customer Service assistance is available at the Ticket Office and Help Points.
CCTV
There is CCTV at the station
Information Services
Information available from 0700 - 2300 through the customer experience centre 0800 200 6060
Parking
Carpark Name
Station Car Park
Carpark Operator
Northern Trains
Car Parking Spaces
30
Charges
Daily: £13.20
Weekly: £52.80
Monthly: £203.00
Annual: £2,112.00
Up to 2 hours (no return) £3.30
Up to 4 hours (no return) £6.60
Overnight Parking (1600-0759) £3.30
Customers can pay for Parking at the ticket office inside the station, you can also use the Ringgo App or pay online.
Number Accessible Spaces
6
Disabled passengers require a blue badge.
Accessible Car Park Equipment
There is accessible Car Park Equipment available
CCTV
No
Bicycle Facilities
Cycle Storage
In 2017, a new secure cycle storage unit was opened at the station – it's weather-proof, monitored by CCTV, and provides space for over 100 bicycles, free of charge.
The cycle cage is located next to Platform 1, staff-assisted, and situated within a compound structure.
Sheltered Cycle Storage
The Cycle Storage is sheltered.
Cycle Storage CCTV
There is no Cycle Storage CCTV
Accessibility
Step-Free Access
Blackpool North Train Station is a Category A Station for Step Free Access.
The station is a Scooter-Friendly Station.
Step-free access to the station is via a 30-metre ramp from Talbot Road and a 10-metre ramp from Springfield Road. There is no step-free access from the High Street.
Level access is available from the main entrance station front onto the concourse, then through wide doors onto all platforms.
There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces.
Ramps For Train Access
Yes
Accessible Toilets
Yes
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs are available
Induction Loop
An Induction Loop is available
Accessible Ticket Machines
There are Accessible Ticket Machines available
Height-Adjusted Ticket Office Counter
There is a Height-Adjusted Ticket Office Counter available
Accessible Taxis
There are Accessible Taxis available from the station
Impaired Mobility Set Down
Blackpool North Station does allow passengers with impaired mobility to set down, but there is no designated drop-off area specifically for this purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the main train station in Blackpool?
The main train station in Blackpool is Blackpool North Station, which is larger and serves more passengers than Blackpool South Station and Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station.
Where do trains go to from Blackpool North Station?
Trains from Blackpool North Station travel to major stations including London Euston, Birmingham New Street, Preston, Manchester Deansgate, Manchester Airport, Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds, and York.
What improvements have been made at Blackpool North Train Station?
The rail line between Preston and Blackpool North has been electrified, with significant changes to the track, signalling, and platforms. This means cleaner and quieter electric trains can now travel through the station. These improvements were completed in 2018.
A new 550-metre, £21 million branch of the Blackpool Tramway, extending from North Pier to Blackpool North station, was opened in June 2024, accompanied by a new tram terminal located opposite the station.
Is Blackpool North station open?
Blackpool North Station is typically open from 5 am to midnight, with services operating within these hours.
Are trains running today from Blackpool North station?
Trains run from Blackpool North Station every day of the year except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Are there toilets at Blackpool North station?
There are toilets at Blackpool North Station. The Male, Female, and Accessible toilets are located to the left after entering through the ticket barriers.
Are dogs allowed at Blackpool North station?
Dogs are allowed at Blackpool North station.
You must keep dogs on a lead or in a pet carrier at all times, and you can bring dogs for free on most services.
How do I get from Blackpool North station to the beach?
You can get from Blackpool North Station to the beach via a ten-minute walk of a few hundred metres.