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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Handforth is to bus which costs £7 - £22 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Handforth is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Handforth?

The distance between Blackpool and Handforth is 59 miles. The road distance is 60 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £10 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Blackpool to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Handforth train from?

Blackpool to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Handforth?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Handforth is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £10 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £22 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Blackpool to Handforth train arrive?

Blackpool to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Handforth is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Blackpool to Handforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Handforth?

There are 3529+ hotels available in Handforth.

Blackpool to Handforth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HandforthManchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
2h 5m
£10–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station121
2h 16m
£8–21
Drive 59.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Handforth59.7 mi
1h 4m
£15–21

Blackpool to Handforth by train

213Weekly Trains

2h 5mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Handforth.

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Handforth, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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