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How to get fromAlston to Blackpoolby taxi, train, car or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Alston to Blackpool by taxi, train, car, or bus

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Alston to Penrith North Lakestaxi
    2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain
    3. Take the train from Preston to Blackpool Northtrain
    1h 53m
    £52–98

  2. Drive 89.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Alston to Blackpoolcar89.8 mi
    1h 48m
    £23–33

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courtsbus680A
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to PrestontrainGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
    3h

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Blackpool, England?

There is no direct connection from Alston to Blackpool. However, you can take the taxi to Penrith North Lakes, take the train to Preston, then take the train to Blackpool North. Alternatively, you can drive from Alston to Blackpool in around 1h 48m.

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