What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Blackpool and Houghton-Le-Spring is 178 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £30 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2119+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring 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
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York
2. Take the train from York to Durhamtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 14m
£31–130
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 Interchangebus 172
6h 2m
£17–40
Drive 118.3 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Springcar 118.3 mi
2h 25m
£29–42
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 22m
£27–78

Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring by train and bus

116Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Houghton-Le-Spring.

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Gillas Lane East via York, Durham, and Bus Station Stand D in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 6h 2m.

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