Train travelling throuh Moss Side along the South Fylde line

Train travelling along the South Fylde Line and passing Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Train in front of Blackpool Pleasure Beach, South Fylde Line

Explore historic Preston, walk along the beaches of quaint seaside towns before experiencing the bright lights of Blackpool.

Leave the bustling city of Preston behind and you’ll shortly be travelling through picturesque Lancashire countryside as you journey along the South Fylde line.

Calling all adrenaline junkies, get straight into the heart of the action as you leave the train at Blackpool Pleasure Beach Station.

Looking for a more relaxing day out? Get off the train at St Annes-on-the-Sea and enjoy exploring the delights of this charming seaside town.

Highlights

Blackpool Pleasure Beach South Entrance is less than two minutes walk from the railway station

Take a stroll along the Victorian Pier at St Annes-on-the-Sea

Look to the sky as St Annes International Kite Festival takes flight each September

Find out more

Local line website

Getting there

Train/bus Car Plane

Car park available at Preston Railway Station.

Preston Railway Station has a number of connections to the rest of Britain including Leeds, Manchester and London Euston.

Buses available throughout the area. For more information visit: www.blackpooltransport.com

The South Fylde line can be easily reached from Manchester International Airport.

Take the train from the airport to Manchester Piccadilly then change onto the Preston train. After a short 40 minute train ride you'll soon be at the start of the South Fylde line.

Route

Preston - Blackpool South

Cost

£7.30 Off-Peak Day Return

Opening times

7 days a week | all year

Journey time

40 mins

Distance

22 miles | 35 km

Time from London

2:10 hours (see itinerary)

Plan your trip

Suggested itinerary

Explore Lytham with its range of specialist shops, the Lowther Pavilion and the annual Lytham Club Day and Rose Queen Festival/Carnival.

Ansdell and Fairhaven is close to the Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club which hosts major golfing events and Fairhaven Lake.

St Annes is a delightful seaside town with a Victorian Pier, an annual kite festival and miles of golden sands.

On leaving St Annes the train enters Blackpool passing Blackpool Pleasure Beach for the world famous fun fair with its spectacular rides such as Infusion, Avalanche, The Big Dipper and The Big One!

Then on to the end of the line at Blackpool South which is close to Blackpool Football stadium. From here you can catch a tram and explore Blackpool's many other attractions. Why not take a trip up Blackpool Tower, it's worth it for the spectacular views!