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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Melksham is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 11h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Melksham is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Melksham. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at The Bear via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Melksham via Preston, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads and Chippenham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Melksham?

The distance between Blackpool and Melksham is 241 miles. The road distance is 211.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Melksham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 45m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Blackpool to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Melksham?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Melksham is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 45m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Blackpool to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Melksham train arrive?

Blackpool to Melksham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Melksham is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Blackpool to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Blackpool to Melksham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 45m
£99–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
11h 14m
£28–48
Bus via Manchester
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 Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
8h 32m
£47–114
Drive 210.1 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Melkshamcar 210.1 mi
3h 56m
£51–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
6h 45m
£120–260
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
7h 5m
£120–188

Blackpool to Melksham by train

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Distance: 239.9 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Melksham via Preston, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and Chippenham in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to The Bear via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Guildhall in around 8h 32m.

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