You’ll find plenty of things to do in Blackpool, whatever the weather. Visit top attractions in Blackpool like Blackpool Pleasure Beach or experience top rated activities in Blackpool like riding to the top of Blackpool Tower. Bargain hunters won’t want to miss shopping in Blackpool, while couples and families alike can enjoy Blackpool's culture, especially by experiencing the famous Blackpool Illuminations. Check out the best places to eat in Blackpool and get a taste of the local food, before experiencing some exciting Blackpool nightlife. Getting around Blackpool couldn't be easier however you choose to travel, and you can rest easy knowing you've enjoyed all of Blackpool's entertainment before heading back to your hotel in Blackpool for a great night’s sleep on a super comfy bed.
Getting around Blackpool
Airport transfers
Blackpool once had its own international airport. Sadly this stopped offering commercial flights in 2017 (although some flights are still available to the Isle of Man). Now, if you’re hoping to pay a flying visit to the Las Vegas of the North, your only options are Manchester and Liverpool Airports.
Manchester Airport is closest, taking about one and a half hours to Blackpool by public transport. Take the train from the airport railway station to Blackpool North, either going direct or changing at Preston.
Liverpool Airport takes about two hours by public transport. Take the regular shuttle bus to Liverpool South Parkway station and get the train from there to Blackpool North, changing either at Liverpool Lime Street or Manchester Piccadilly. And if you’ve got a late or early flight, booking into a hotel near Liverpool Airport can really help soothe your stress levels.
Manchester Airport
Train stations
Public transport
Train stations
Blackpool has not one but three train stations: Blackpool North, Blackpool South and Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Blackpool North is the main station and has a lot more services than Blackpool South and Blackpool Pleasure Beach, as it’s on a different line to the other two. The station is served by Northern and Virgin Trains, with one train per hour to Preston, Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester and Leeds, and four trains per day to London Euston. Staying in our hotel near Blackpool North station means you’ll be less than three miles away from your train.
Blackpool South isn’t connected to Blackpool North, and only has hourly services to Preston on weekdays and Saturdays.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach station has an hourly service northbound to Blackpool South only. Heading south it can take you to Preston, Blackburn and Colne.