How much are Blackpool trams?

Short answer: An adult single on the modern Blackpool tramway is about £3.50. For most visitors, a Day ticket is better value at about £6.60 for unlimited bus and tram travel that day. Multi-day and weekly options are available too. Always check the live prices before you ride, as fares can change.

Typical ticket prices (guide)

• Adult single (tram): ~£3.50. Buy on board with contactless or cash.

• Adult Day ticket (bus + tram): ~£6.60 unlimited travel for the day.

• 3-Day ticket: ~£18.50. Handy for long weekends.

• 7-Day ticket: ~£23.00 for a full week on buses and trams.

Blackpool Transport also runs Tap, Cap & Go on contactless, so if you pay adult singles by tapping in, you will not pay more than the price of a 1-Day ticket by the end of the day. It is simple and good value if you are hopping on and off.

Prices above are indicative as of October 2025. Local tourism sites sometimes show slightly different figures, so use Blackpool Transport’s pages or their app for the latest.

Where to buy and how to pay

You can buy tickets on board with contactless or cash, at local PayPoint outlets, or in the Blackpool Transport app. If you are unsure which ticket to choose, the driver or conductor can advise.

Concessions and what’s included

• Senior and disabled passes: In Blackpool, only passes issued by Blackpool or Wyre give free off-peak travel on trams. Passes from elsewhere in England are valid on buses, not free on trams. Heritage trams and Illuminations tour trams are excluded.

• Heritage trams: These are special services alongside the modern fleet and use separate fares. Great for a nostalgic ride, but not covered by standard saver tickets.

Simple money-saving tips

1. Plan your day’s rides. If you will take two or more tram trips, a Day ticket usually wins on price.

2. Tap, Cap & Go. If you prefer to pay singles, tap with the same card or device each time and let the daily cap do the work.

3. Staying all weekend? Look at 3-Day tickets for unlimited travel from Friday to Sunday.

Getting around easily

The tram runs the length of the coast, so a seafront base makes hopping on and off simple. If waking up to the view matters, take a look at the hotel’s sea view rooms or treat yourself to the luxury suite. Breakfast is available for hotel guests, which is handy before a full day of rides and beach time. For dinner near the stops, book the on-site Italian restaurant.

FAQs

Can I use contactless on the tram?Yes. Tap in on board. With Tap, Cap & Go you will not pay more than a Day ticket in adult singles.

Are there child or young person tickets?

Yes. Blackpool Transport publishes child and young person prices and sells them on board or via the app. Check the live fares for your dates.

Do tickets cover both bus and tram?

Most savers do. Day, 3-Day and 7-Day options usually cover buses and trams, which is ideal if you are exploring beyond the Promenade.