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About Blackpool South (BPS) Train Station

Station managed by: Northern

Blackpool South station
Waterloo Road
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY4 2FA

Blackpool South Station can be found on Waterloo Road in Blackpool as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Blackpool South Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Blackpool South Station

An Introduction to Blackpool South Station

Nestled in the iconic seaside town of Blackpool, known for its vibrant promenade and the historic Blackpool Tower, Blackpool South train station offers a convenient gateway to this northern English locale. While it's a straightforward and modest station, its position sets the stage for delightful regional travel experiences that unravel the charm of Lancashire and beyond. With picturesque train rides and links to various corners of England, it serves as an ideal point for both local commuters and tourists heading to sandy shores or urban adventures.

Facilities at Blackpool South Station

Blackpool South station is designed with simplicity in mind, ensuring ease of use for travelers. Though it lacks a traditional ticket office and on-site ticket machines, it caters to accessibility needs with step-free access throughout, making it mobility scooter friendly. Boarding ramps are available for train access, providing a seamless experience for mobility-impaired passengers. Despite the absence of waiting rooms or refreshment options, passengers can find peace of mind knowing there are seating areas and a clear layout to navigate with ease.

Getting to and from Blackpool South

Connecting Blackpool South station to wider routes, there are several transport links available. For those needing rail replacement services, you can find pick-up and drop-off points at the station entrance on Waterloo Road. Taxis can be arranged through online services like cab4you, ensuring smooth transitions between train and road journeys. While there’s a bus service, it's worth noting that the nearest tram stop is about a mile away. The proximity to Blackpool Airport at Squires Gate makes it a strategic departure point for air travelers too.

Explore Destinations from Blackpool South

The station acts as a springboard to numerous popular destinations. Whether you fancy the lively beats of Manchester Piccadilly or the cultural richness of Liverpool Lime Street, trains from Blackpool South cater to exciting journeys. Regional expeditions seem even more appealing with links to picturesque stops like Lytham, Ansdell & Fairhaven, and charming towns such as Preston and St Annes-On-The-Sea. If the allure of big cities calls, the route to London Euston ensures a grand escapade. Discover train times and plan your trips to locations like Glasgow Central, Leeds, and Edinburgh Waverley by hopping onto convenient services directly from the station.

Final Thoughts on Blackpool South Station

Blackpool South isn’t just a station—it’s a journey's setting. Its no-frills facilities might appear basic, but therein lies its charm as a user-friendly departure point for exploring both the hustle of urban centers and the serenity of coastal towns. Whether you're making the daily commute or embarking on new adventures, Blackpool South patiently waits to whisk you away on its tracks. As you plan your travels, don't forget to secure your tickets in advance for a smooth start to your rail travels. Let Blackpool South be the beginning of your rail story, and from its platforms, may you embark upon countless delightful train tales.

Blackpool South Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Blackpool South, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesNo
Collect tickets bought onlineNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Blackpool South
Customer help pointsNo
Customer services notes

08002006060

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 22:00

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

  • Category A Station
  • This station is mobility scooter friendly

Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park.

To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Blackpool South
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Blackpool South
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointNo
Helpline

Assistance is provided by the conductor at this station, please wait on the platform for the train to arrive.

We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Boarding ramps are carried on all of our trains.

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Blackpool South
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces10

Within Car Park

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Not available at this station.

Transport Links to and from Blackpool South Station

All you need to know about Blackpool South's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Pick Up / Drop Off at Station Entrance on Waterloo Road (bridge above station)

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Nearest tram stop one mile

Blackpool Airport close by at Squires Gate

Available

Not available at this station.

Live Departures and arrivals from Blackpool South Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Blackpool South station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from PrestonNorthern07:25-On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to PrestonNorthern06:311On time
to PrestonNorthern07:301On time