For beaches near Blackpool, Lytham St Annes offers a day trip south along the Fylde coast, with Lytham Green and the seafront as part of the outing. Plan your journey around the bus or rail connections, then spend time at Lytham Green and the seafront before heading to St Annes beach.
- Location: Fylde coast in Lancashire, south of Blackpool.
- Bus: Blackpool Transport services connect Blackpool, St Annes and Lytham.
- Rail: the South Fylde line serves Lytham and St Annes-on-the-Sea.
- Coastal safety: check tide times and follow local safety guidance before going onto the shore or entering the water.
How do you get from Blackpool to Lytham St Annes?
Buses connect Blackpool with Lytham via St Annes, while the South Fylde rail line serves Lytham and St Annes-on-the-Sea. Blackpool Transport’s Lytham Lines route 11 runs between Lytham and Blackpool via St Annes and Squires Gate; service 7 also runs between Cleveleys, Blackpool, St Annes and Lytham.
For rail, Northern provides station and journey information for Lytham and St Annes-on-the-Sea. A journey result from Blackpool North to St Annes-on-the-Sea shows a 52-minute trip with one change, rather than a direct train. Check your connection before setting out if rail is your preferred option.
Blackpool’s trams run along the coast between Starr Gate and Fleetwood, but the line ends at Starr Gate and does not reach Lytham or St Annes. If you’re choosing where to board in town, this guide to Blackpool’s train stations explains the local station options.
A walk around Lytham Green and the seafront
Lytham Green gives you an open stretch beside the seafront, with Lytham Windmill as a landmark. The wider Fylde coast and foreshore run from Starr Gate, at the Blackpool boundary, south to the Ribble Estuary at Lytham.
Start with a walk around the green and along the promenade, then make time for the windmill’s seasonal museum if it is open. Its displays cover mills and milling, as well as the heritage of Lytham St Annes and the Fylde area. Opening days and hours are not stated, so check before planning your visit around the museum.
St Annes beach and promenade
St Annes beach and promenade extend the day trip along the same coast, with local guidance focused on tides and safe access. Before heading out from the promenade, check tide times for St Annes and heed the coastal safety boards and their emergency procedures.
Keep children and dogs close on the promenade, and check tide times before going out. If you plan to enter the water, follow seaside-safety guidance from Fylde Council, HM Coastguard and the RNLI. To compare the Blackpool shoreline with this quieter coastal outing, use this guide to North, Central and South Blackpool beaches.
Travel checks before setting out
Check current transport information and coastal conditions before you leave, since bus services and visitor arrangements can change. For a coastal walk, look up tide times for Lytham or St Annes, stay on the promenade where advised, and follow safety boards and emergency guidance.
The Lytham Windmill museum is seasonal, so check the official site before you go if a museum visit is part of your plan. If you’re driving and considering an overnight stay, parking locations include St Paul’s Avenue, Fairhaven Road Car Park, St Annes Swimming Pool Car Park, North Promenade and North Beach Car Park; vehicle-length limits vary by location.
Chadberry House Hotel in Blackpool is about 8 km from Lytham St Annes in the supplied destination research.
FAQs
Can you get from Blackpool to Lytham by bus?
Yes. Blackpool Transport services 11 and 7 connect Blackpool with Lytham, with service 11 running via St Annes and Squires Gate.
Does the Blackpool tram go to Lytham St Annes?
No. The tram line runs between Starr Gate and Fleetwood, with Starr Gate as its southern terminus.
Is there a direct train from Blackpool North to St Annes-on-the-Sea?
A Northern journey result shows a 52-minute trip with one change, not a direct service.
What should you check before visiting the coast?
Check tide times and follow local coastal safety boards and seaside-safety guidance, especially before entering the water.