What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ashington?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ashington is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ashington?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ashington is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Ashington?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Ashington. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Ashington?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Ashington via Preston, Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ashington?

The distance between Blackpool and Ashington is 187 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Ashington without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ashington without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 27m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Ashington?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Blackpool to Ashington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ashington bus from?

Blackpool to Ashington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ashington train from?

Blackpool to Ashington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Ashington?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ashington is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 27m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Blackpool to Ashington bus arrive?

Blackpool to Ashington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Ashington train arrive?

Blackpool to Ashington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Ashington?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Ashington is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Blackpool to Ashington.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Ashington?

Book your Blackpool to Ashington train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Ashington?

Book your Blackpool to Ashington bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ashington?

There are 1976+ hotels available in Ashington.

Blackpool to Ashington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBlackpool to Ashington

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Ashington by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 27m
£47–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus
7h 9m
£32–55
Drive 138.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ashingtoncar 138.2 mi
3h 2m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 57m
£62–130
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Queens Squarebus 42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
5h 35m
£43–83

Blackpool to Ashington by train

207Weekly Trains

4h 27mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Blackpool to Ashington.

Launch map view

Distance: 186.1 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Ashington, Northumberland, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Ashington via Preston, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Ashington via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Manors in around 7h 9m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.