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 4m.

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 4m and costs £24 - £40.

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 York and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

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 15m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Blackpool to Shildon, including transfers.

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 15m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Blackpool to Shildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Shildon is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Blackpool to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Shildon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Shildon 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 YorkBlackpool North - York
2. Take the train from York to DarlingtonYork - Newcastle / ...
4h 15m
£33–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Station121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centre177
5h 47m
£21–62
Drive 100.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Shildon100.7 mi
2h 4m
£25–36
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to DarlingtonLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 25m
£26–115

Blackpool to Shildon by train

107Weekly Trains

4h 15mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.4 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Shildon via York and Darlington in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Shildon via Manchester Central Coach Station, Dolphin Centre, and Darlington in around 5h 47m.

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