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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Shildon is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Shildon is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Shildon. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at King William via Manchester Central Coach Station, Wharton Park and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Shildon?

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

How far is it from Blackpool to Shildon?

The distance between Blackpool and Shildon is 157 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Shildon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Shildon?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Shildon is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Blackpool to Shildon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Shildon train arrive?

Blackpool to Shildon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Shildon is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Blackpool to Shildon.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

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Blackpool to Shildon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 555 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 27m
£57–112
Drive 100.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Shildoncar 100.7 mi
2h 5m
£25–36
Bus
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 Sutton Streetbus 177
6h 42m
£30–77
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Abingdon Street to Bus Stationbus 42
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Galgate - Commercial Hotelbus 572
8h 50m

Blackpool to Shildon by train

110Weekly Trains

4h 27mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.4 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Shildon via Leeds and Darlington in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to King William via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sutton Street, Wharton Park, and High Street in around 6h 42m.

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