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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Wales is to bus which costs £24 - £70 and takes 7h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Wales is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Wales. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Wales. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Wales?

The distance between Blackpool and Wales is 207 miles. The road distance is 205 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Wales without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Blackpool to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Wales?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Wales is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Blackpool to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackpool to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Wales is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Blackpool to Wales.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1622+ hotels available in Wales.

Blackpool to Wales - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Wales 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 via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 55m
£50–197
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 Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 46m
£24–69
Drive 203.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Cardiffcar 203.8 mi
4h 28m
£50–71
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 21m
£48–137
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk026
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
8h
£35–112

Blackpool to Wales by train

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Wales.

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Distance: 206.1 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 46m.

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