What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

The distance between Blackpool and Port Talbot is 240 miles. The road distance is 212.5 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 51m and costs £85 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 51m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Blackpool to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Port Talbot train arrive?

Blackpool to Port Talbot train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Port Talbot is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Blackpool to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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Blackpool to Port Talbot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 51m
£85–182
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 Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 111 / ...
8h 41m
£35–79
Drive 211.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Port Talbotcar 211.2 mi
4h 30m
£51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 11m
£53–137

Blackpool to Port Talbot by train

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5h 51mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Port Talbot.

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Distance: 238.3 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Port Talbot Parkway via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 41m.

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